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Today in History: Tragic collision over Hudson River claims nine lives

8/8/2025

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On August 8, 2009, a tragic collision occurred over the Hudson River near Hoboken, New Jersey, when a tour helicopter and a private airplane collided at 11:53 a.m. Nine people lost their lives in the accident, which took place within the Hudson River VFR Corridor, where pilots are responsible for avoiding other aircraft.

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On August 8, 2009, a tragic collision occurred over the Hudson River near Hoboken, New Jersey, when a tour helicopter and a private airplane collided at 11:53 a.m. Nine people lost their lives in the accident, which took place within the Hudson River VFR Corridor, where pilots are responsible for avoiding other aircraft.