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The National Transportation Safety Board has released findings describing evidence that a sightseeing helicopter struck birds before crashing into the Hudson River on April 10, 2025, killing six. The FAA notes helicopters are particularly vulnerable to bird strikes at low altitudes. Investigations have prompted safety reviews and potential new restrictions on nonessential flights.
The Clipper Endeavor wreckage has been found by a drone near Puerto Rico, confirming earlier survivor testimonies and linking a 1952 crash to modern flight-safety practices. Investigators say the discovery reinforces flotation training, life-vest use, and raft deployment, which modern airlines now require before takeoff.