Airplane-Helicopter Collision near Ronald Reagan National Airport
A regional jet carrying 60 passengers and 4 crew members collided with an Army helicopter near Ronald Reagan National Airport, resulting in a crash into the Potomac River. All onboard were feared dead. The incident occurred just 3 miles south of the White House and U.S. Capitol.
Key Points
- Collision between a regional jet and a military helicopter
- Emergency response shifted from rescue to recovery
- At least 28 fatalities confirmed
- Airport operations temporarily halted
Pros
- Massive search-and-rescue operation launched
- Authorities conducting investigations to determine the cause
Cons
- Tragic loss of lives
- Deadliest U.S. air crash in nearly 24 years