A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Manhattan’s West Side Highway and Spring Street on Thursday afternoon, prompting a swift response from emergency teams.
Emergency responders, including personnel from the New York Police Department (NYPD) and the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), quickly arrived at the scene to carry out rescue operations.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing loud noises before the aircraft descended into the river. Some accounts suggest that parts of the helicopter may have detached while it was still airborne.
Authorities have launched a full investigation into the crash. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are currently working to determine the cause of the incident.
Residents and commuters have been advised to expect traffic delays and increased emergency activity in the surrounding areas.
This crash serves as a grim reminder of past aviation incidents in the area, including the 2009 “Miracle on the Hudson,” where all passengers survived after an emergency landing on the river. As investigations continue, officials remain committed to uncovering the facts behind the latest tragedy.
