Mid-Air Collision Over Potomac River
A tragic mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a US Army helicopter occurred over Washington DC's Potomac River, resulting in the deaths of all onboard. The incident is under investigation.
Key Points
- American Airlines flight collided with a US Army helicopter at 400ft above ground
- Incident resulted in a violent explosion and both aircrafts plunged into the river
- First fatal crash involving a US commercial airline since 2009
- President Trump and American Airlines CEO expressed condolences
- Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the collision
Pros
- Quick response by over 300 first responders and rescue workers
- Investigation launched immediately by authorities
- President and airline CEO expressed condolences
Cons
- Tragic loss of all 64 people onboard
- Unclear how the collision occurred despite advanced technology
- Potomac River conditions made rescue efforts challenging