Following a tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River resulting in six fatalities, New York Helicopter Tours is ceasing operations. The FAA announced it will review the operator's license and safety protocols amid investigations led by the NTSB. Victims included a family and a pilot, raising concerns about helicopter safety regulations. Senator Chuck Schumer urged immediate action from the FAA to suspend the company's operations. The NTSB stated that a thorough investigation is necessary to determine the crash's cause, emphasizing the complexity of the wreckage analysis.
We will continue to support @NTSB's investigation. Additionally, the FAA will be launching an immediate review of the tour operator's license and safety record.
Our immediate focus is supporting the families and their loved ones affected by this tragedy, as well as fully cooperating with the FAA and NTSB investigations.
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