American Airlines and Army Helicopter Collision in Washington
American Airlines plane and Army helicopter collide over Potomac River in Washington, resulting in the presumed deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft. Rescue operation turned into a recovery operation with no survivors found.
Key Points
- Collison between American Airlines Flight 5342 and Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
- Transition from rescue to recovery operation
- No survivors found among the 67 people on board both aircraft
Pros
- Swift response from emergency services
- Efforts to recover victims and wreckage
Cons
- Tragic loss of 67 lives
- Impact on families and loved ones of the victims