In a shocking turn of events, a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation has revealed that a devastating helicopter crash in New York City's Hudson River may have been caused by a collision with birds. The chopper, which was on a sightseeing tour, plummeted into the water on June 18, resulting in the tragic loss of two lives. According to the NTSB's preliminary findings, the likely cause of the accident was a bird strike, which may have caused significant damage to the aircraft's engine and ultimately led to the crash. As the investigation unfolds, authorities are looking into the possibility of bird strikes as a contributing factor to helicopter crashes, highlighting the need for improved safety measures to prevent such incidents.
NYC sightseeing chopper likely hit birds before plunging into Hudson River, NTSB finds NBC New York
