After a deadly helicopter crash into the Hudson River claiming the lives of a family from Spain and the pilot, investigators are facing the challenge of not having access to any flight recorders on board. The National Transportation Safety Board is working to recover key parts of the helicopter, such as the main rotor and gear box, to piece together what may have caused the accident. Lawmakers, including Senator Chuck Schumer, are calling for increased regulations and protocols for helicopter tour companies, specifically targeting ‘New York Helicopter Tours,’ the company involved in the crash. Schumer is urging the Federal Aviation Administration to conduct a full investigation and suspend the company’s operating certificate until the investigation is concluded. However, Mayor Eric Adams expressed support for touristic helicopters in New York City, emphasizing the importance of ensuring safety measures are in place. Schumer is pushing for increased ramp inspections at all metro area helicopter tour companies to prevent similar accidents in the future. The pilot of the crashed helicopter, Seankese Johnson, was a Navy veteran and had his commercial pilot’s license since 2023. Investigations are ongoing, with New York Helicopter Tours fully cooperating with federal authorities. The incident has sparked a debate between lawmakers and city officials on the safety and regulation of helicopter tours in New York City.
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