A sightseeing helicopter crash in the Hudson River near New York City has resulted in the deaths of six people, including a Siemens executive, his wife, and three children who were celebrating a birthday. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) reported that the helicopter lacked flight recording devices, raising safety concerns regarding the operator, which recently emerged from bankruptcy. Investigations are underway to determine the cause, with officials looking into potential issues such as a bird strike and mechanical failures. The pilot, a Navy veteran, had radioed for fuel shortly before the incident. Recovery operations continue as families mourn the tragic loss.