A sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near New York City, resulting in the deaths of six individuals, including a Siemens executive, his wife, their three children, and the pilot. The family from Spain was reportedly on a birthday trip when the accident occurred. Preliminary investigations suggest that the helicopter was running low on fuel and the pilot had radioed for assistance moments before the crash. Eyewitness accounts describe the helicopter losing control and breaking apart in midair before plummeting into the river. This tragic incident has renewed discussions regarding helicopter safety and the regulation of sightseeing flights.