US EditionThe company involved in the deadly helicopter crash in New York last week is shutting down immediately, FAA says
- New York Helicopter Tours has shut down operations immediately, following a crash that killed six people on April 10, 2025.
- The crash occurred when the aircraft, operated by New York Helicopter Tours, went down in the Hudson River, killing all aboard.
- The FAA is conducting an immediate review of New York Helicopter Tours' license and safety record while supporting the ongoing investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board.
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called on federal authorities to ensure the safety of helicopter tour companies following this tragic incident.
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U.S. Aviation Authority disqualifies helicopter company from operating permit
The crash of a helicopter in New York has consequences for the operating company. The U.S. Air Force issued a ban on flying for the company. This is also related to the dismissal of the operations manager.
New York tour company closes operations days after Hudson river helicopter crash
A New York City helicopter tour company has grounded its flights after one of its helicopters crashed into the Hudson River last week, killing all six people on board. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it will also review the company’s licence and safety record following the tragic incident.
Daily Journal
US grounds helicopter company behind fatal New York tour
US regulators on Monday issued an emergency order grounding the helicopter tour company behind last week's deadly crash in New York.
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FAA emergency order grounds NYC helicopter tour company involved in deadly crash
Federal aviation regulators issued an emergency order Monday grounding the helicopter tour company involved in a deadly New York crash after learning it had fired its operations director minutes after he had agreed to suspend flights during the investigation.
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