DC Plane and Helicopter Collision Kills 68

A tragic midair collision occurred near Washington, D.C., between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in no survivors among the 68 individuals onboard both aircraft. Newly appointed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is focusing on discovering the cause of the crash, which happened as both aircraft followed standard flight paths. Captain Chesley 'Sully' Sullenberger highlighted the challenges of visual separation at night and the unique difficulties of landing at Reagan National Airport, a high-traffic area with short runways. Sullenberger emphasized the need for vigilance and learning from incidents to maintain aviation safety. The event marks a significant incident in the U.S., which has enjoyed a long period without fatal commercial aviation accidents. President Trump described the crash as a tragedy of terrible proportions, while recovery efforts continue in the Potomac River.