Airplane Crash in Potomac River near Reagan National Airport

SOURCE abcnews.go.com
An American Airlines regional jet collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport, prompting a search-and-rescue operation. Three soldiers were aboard the helicopter, and no senior Army leaders were present. The Secretary of Transportation and Kansas Governor are monitoring the situation.

Key Points

  • American Airlines regional jet collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter
  • Three soldiers were aboard the Black Hawk helicopter
  • No senior Army leaders were on the Black Hawk helicopter

Pros

  • Multi-agency search-and-rescue operation initiated
  • No senior Army leaders aboard the Black Hawk helicopter
  • Government officials closely monitoring the situation