Tragic Collision at Reagan Airport: Jet and Helicopter Crash, No Survivors Expected
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A tragic incident occurred at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 30, 2025. An American Airlines regional jet collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter while the jet was approaching the airport runway. The crash happened around 9 p.m. ET. The jet, a Canadian-made Bombardier CRJ-701, was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members. The helicopter had three soldiers on board.The collision resulted in the jet crashing into the Potomac River. As of the latest reports, 28 bodies have been recovered, and there are no survivors expected. The airport has been closed since the incident, with the FAA extending the closure until 11 a.m. Thursday.
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The cause of the collision is still under investigation. President Donald Trump suggested that the accident could have been prevented, citing clear weather conditions and the visible lights on the plane. The National Transportation Safety Board, FAA, and the U.S. Army are conducting the investigations.
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The jet was on a flight from Wichita, Kansas, and among the passengers were several members of the U.S. Figure Skating team, including athletes, coaches, and family members who had attended the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita.