Details of the Tragic Plane and Military Helicopter Crash in Washington, D.C.
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A tragic crash occurred in Washington, D.C., involving an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport. The incident took place on Wednesday night and resulted in a collision that sent both aircraft into the Potomac River.
Details of the Incident:
Aircraft Involved:
Jet: An American Airlines regional jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members.
Helicopter: An Army Black Hawk helicopter.
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Location:
The collision happened as the jet was landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport. The wreckage of both the jet and the helicopter ended up in the Potomac River.
Casualties:
There were 64 people on board the jet, including U.S. figure skaters, coaches, and former Russian figure skaters.
A massive emergency response was initiated, involving fireboats and rescue crews. The D.C. Fire and EMS Department played a significant role in the recovery efforts.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop at Reagan National Airport following the crash.