Helicopter Collision near Washington, D.C.
A military helicopter collided with a commercial flight near Washington, D.C., resulting in multiple fatalities. The incident involved an Army Black Hawk helicopter and a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, with no survivors expected. Among the passengers were figure skaters, coaches, and family members returning from a skating event.
Key Points
- Military helicopter collides with commercial flight near Washington, D.C.
- Multiple fatalities reported with no survivors expected
- Passengers included figure skaters, coaches, and family members returning from an event
- Incident occurred in highly monitored airspace near the White House and Capitol