Midair Collision Near DC Kills 67, Including Army Captain

A tragic midair collision between a Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet near Washington, D.C., resulted in the deaths of 67 people, including three soldiers and the jet's 60 passengers and four crew members. Among the deceased was Army Captain Rebecca Lobach, remembered as 'brilliant and fearless' by friends and fellow soldiers. Lobach, a distinguished military graduate from the University of North Carolina and a talented pilot with over 450 flight hours, was honored last month by escorting fashion designer Ralph Lauren at the White House. The Army also identified Lt. Col. Brian Ellis, a veteran Marine and former Navy football player, who was returning home from a business trip. Both Lobach and Ellis are mourned by their communities, with tributes highlighting their dedication and service. The investigation into the collision is ongoing, with both the Army and airline cooperating with authorities.