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A timeline of helicopter accidents in New York City


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  With over 38 deaths since 1977 and a new fatal crash, helicopter flights in NYC face renewed scrutiny

The article from WMUR details a history of helicopter accidents in New York City, highlighting several notable incidents. In 1977, a helicopter crashed into the Pan Am Building, killing five people. In 2009, a sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River, resulting in nine deaths. Another incident in 2011 saw a helicopter crash into the East River, with no fatalities. The most recent incident mentioned occurred in 2019 when a helicopter crashed into the roof of a skyscraper in midtown Manhattan, killing the pilot. These accidents underscore the risks associated with helicopter operations in densely populated urban areas like New York City.

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