Helicopter Pilot Killed in New York Skyscraper Crash Wasn't Authorized to Fly in Bad Weather
Law enforcement personnel work on the roof of the AXA Equitable building, center, Tuesday, June 11, 2019 in New York. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan) At a Glance The pilot of Monday's helicopter crash in midtown Manhattan wasn't authorized to fly in poor weather conditions.The FAA said the pilot's certification required clear skies and good visibility for takeoff.Neither were present Monday afternoon in New York City. The pilot who died Monday when his helicopter crashed into a New York high-rise was not...