The helicopter went down on Thursday afternoon, resulting in the loss of Agustín Escobar, his wife Mercè Camprubí Montal, and their children aged four, five, and eleven. Reports suggest the helicopter lost stability while maneuvering near the George Washington Bridge. Rescuers arrived quickly but were unable to save any of the victims. Eyewitness accounts described the disaster as alarming, with debris falling from the sky. The incident, reminiscent of past fatal helicopter accidents in the region, raises urgent questions about safety protocols for tourist flights in New York.
As the investigation unfolds, officials from both the Federal Aviation Administration and local agencies are assessing the conditions surrounding the crash. The Bell 206 helicopter model involved is commonly used for tours but has been involved in previous accidents in NYC, raising concerns about the safety of these popular sightseeing flights.
As the investigation unfolds, officials from both the Federal Aviation Administration and local agencies are assessing the conditions surrounding the crash. The Bell 206 helicopter model involved is commonly used for tours but has been involved in previous accidents in NYC, raising concerns about the safety of these popular sightseeing flights.
