Helicopter

Jury Grants Substantial Compensation in FlyNYON Helicopter Tragedy Case

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New York — A New York jury has handed down a multi-million dollar verdict against a helicopter company and its associated entities following a deadly crash in 2018. The civil lawsuit, which was closely watched for its implications on aviation safety and tour operations, concluded with FlyNYON and NYONair being ordered to pay $111 million to the families of five victims who perished in the tragic accident over New York City’s East River. This unprecedented verdict stems from an incident that occurred on a chilly March evening, where a photo tour helicopter operated by these … Read more

Jury Awards $116 Million to Family in Tragic NYC Helicopter Crash That Left Five Dead

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New York — In a landmark decision, a New York jury has granted $116 million in damages to the family of Trevor Cadigan, a 26-year-old who perished along with four others when their open-door helicopter plunged into the East River and rapidly sank. The tragic incident in March 2018 trapped the passengers by their safety harnesses, leading to one of the largest verdicts in such a case. The March 2018 tragedy involved a sightseeing helicopter operated by Liberty Helicopters and arranged by FlyNYON, a company known for its scenic flights over Manhattan. This particular flight … Read more

Jury Awards $116 Million in Tragic NYC Helicopter Crash That Claimed Five Lives

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New York — In a staggering judgment, a Manhattan jury awarded $116 million to a grieving family for the tragic death of Trevor Cadigan, one of five passengers killed when a “doors-off” helicopter plunged into the East River in March 2018. The 26-year-old journalist was on board the flight designed for aerial photography which ended fatally due to a series of safety failures. The verdict marks a profound statement about the accountability of companies involved in the helicopter’s operation and crash. According to the family’s attorney, Gary C. Robb, the harness system used during the … Read more

$116 Million Verdict Reached in Landmark Doors-Off Helicopter Crash Lawsuit

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Honolulu, Hawaii — In a landmark decision, a jury on Thursday awarded $116 million to the families affected by a catastrophic helicopter crash during a sightseeing tour in Hawaii. The 2019 incident involved a doors-off helicopter that spiraled out of control and crashed, leaving multiple passengers dead and others with severe injuries. The legal proceedings, which captivated public attention due to the dramatic nature and tragic consequences of the crash, concluded after extensive testimonies from survivors, experts, and key witnesses. The jury attributed negligence to the tour company and the helicopter manufacturer, both of whom … Read more