American Airlines plane has collied with a helicopter in midair during approach to Reagan National, FAA says

Published On Jan 30, 2025, 3:30 AM

An American Airlines plane collided with a military helicopter during its approach to Reagan National Airport. The incident involved a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet that was carrying 60 passengers and crew members. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the matter, with at least 13 fatalities confirmed among the helicopter's crew. The situation has raised significant safety concerns, and emergency services are engaging in rescue operations in the Potomac River where the crash debris located.