Wreckage, human remains recovered after deadly D.C. midair collision

Recovery efforts are underway to remove the wreckage of American Airlines Flight 5342 from the Potomac River following a deadly midair collision with an Army Black Hawk helicopter, which claimed the lives of 67 individuals. As of now, 55 victims' remains have been recovered, with crews using cranes to lift large parts of the plane, including an engine and fuselage, for further analysis. The operation is expected to last several days, and authorities have emphasized their commitment to a dignified recovery process. After the jet’s wreckage is removed, focus will shift to retrieving the helicopter. Officials have not yet determined the cause of the crash, pending an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The recovery efforts are complicated by poor visibility in the river's waters, but teams remain dedicated to locating all victims.