Black Hawk Helicopter Collides with American Airlines Jet, 67 Dead

A mid-air collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet near Washington, D.C., has resulted in the deaths of all 67 individuals on board both aircraft. The helicopter, conducting an annual proficiency training flight, was manned by an experienced crew who were familiar with the flight routes. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy indicated that both aircraft were in standard flight patterns during the clear night when the incident occurred. American Airlines CEO Robert Isom expressed concern over why the military helicopter entered the flight path of the passenger jet, asserting that the airline's pilots were experienced. Investigations led by the NTSB and the FAA aim to determine the cause of the crash, with officials suggesting an elevation issue may have contributed. President Donald Trump criticized the circumstances surrounding the collision, suggesting it could have been avoided, and called for a thorough investigation into the incident.