Geese Strike May Have Caused Helicopter Crash | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

A deadly helicopter crash on the Hudson River last year may have been caused by a bird strike, according to preliminary NTSB findings. Witnesses reported seeing a large flock of geese take flight moments before the crash, and physical evidence supports the theory. Helicopters are especially vulnerable due to their low-altitude flight, and while bird strikes are rare, they can be fatal. The tour company involved halted operations, and the FAA grounded all its flights after learning the company’s operations director was fired shortly after agreeing to suspend flights during the investigation…