The pilot of a tourist helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River could not have saved himself or his passengers after the helicopter’s rotor blades and tail boom detached in the air, according to aviation experts. The crash killed all five passengers, including a family of five and the pilot. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is still investigating the cause of the crash, examining witness accounts, operator records, and the helicopter’s maintenance history.
Experts believe the primary way a rotor blade would detach is through a “mast bump” caused by excessive flapping of the rotor blades. Investigators are also searching for the helicopter’s main rotor, main transmission, roof, and tail structures to determine the cause of the crash. It is rare for a helicopter like the Bell 206 to experience a fatal crash due to structural failure, making this incident even more alarming.
The NTSB is urging anyone with photos or videos of the incident to submit them to aid in the investigation. Past investigations have shown that visual evidence from witnesses can provide valuable information. While the exact cause of the crash remains unclear, experts are working to determine what led to the detachment of the rotor blades and tail boom, leading to the tragic outcome.
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