The news reports state:
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The helicopter had just taken off from Manhattan's West Side for a 12-minute tour. Witnesses said the small plane approached the helicopter from behind and clipped it with a wing. Hersman said the helicopter was gaining altitude when the two aircraft collided.
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Who (if anyone) has primary lookout responsibility in that situation? I'd have thought the aircraft ascending has responsibility to ensure it doesn't intrude into someone else's track, especially if the Piper pilot couldn't see the helicopter below him.
Do there need to be rule changes for these situations?