January 30, 2025: An American Airlines regional jet collided midair with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport, leading to a crash into the Potomac River. Emergency responders have been working at the scene, and at least 28 bodies have been recovered, with officials saying no survivors are expected.
The incident occurred Wednesday night. American Eagle Flight 5342, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, came into contact with the military helicopter. The impact caused both aircraft to lose control, sending them into the river. The Black Hawk helicopter was reportedly on a routine training mission, though the specifics of the collision are still under investigation.
According to the Washington, D.C., Fire Chief John Donnelly, the crash site presented significant challenges due to the icy waters and strong currents of the Potomac. Divers and rescue crews have been working under hazardous conditions to retrieve victims and search for wreckage. All flights at Reagan National Airport were temporarily grounded following the incident.
The FAA and NTSB have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collision. Early reports suggest poor visibility and possible miscommunication between air traffic control and the aircraft may have been factors. Investigators will analyze black box data, cockpit recordings, and radar logs to reconstruct the moments leading to the crash.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom condoned the victims’ families, stating that the airline cooperates with authorities. The U.S. Army has also pledged full transparency in the investigation, as military aircraft collisions with commercial planes are rare.
Questions are being raised about airspace management over Washington, D.C., given the proximity of military operations to civilian air traffic. Calls for stricter flight regulations and enhanced collision-avoidance systems are expected to follow.
Rescue operations continue, with officials working to recover all victims and debris from the river. Authorities urge the public to avoid speculation until further details emerge from the investigation.
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