Helicopter Crashes Into Hudson River Outside New York City

Six fatalities are confirmed, according to New York Mayor Eric Adams.

FLYING Staff

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 04:41 PM ET

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A sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City on Thursday afternoon.
All six passengers, including three children and a family from Spain, were killed in the accident.
Witnesses reported parts of the helicopter falling off before impact, with the aircraft initially appearing upside down before sinking.
The FAA and NTSB have launched an investigation into the crash, with the NTSB leading the inquiry.

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A sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River outside New York City on Thursday afternoon. All six passengers are dead, New York Mayor Eric Adams told a press conference.

CBS News reported that the helicopter crashed at about 3:15 p.m. EDT near Jersey City, New Jersey. Six passengers were on board—including three children. Adams told the media that a family from Spain was among the passengers.