Midair Collision in DC Claims Lives of 67, Including 14 Skaters

A tragic mid-air collision on Wednesday over the Potomac River resulted in the deaths of all 67 individuals aboard an American Airlines flight and an Army Black Hawk helicopter, including 14 members of the US Figure Skating team. Among the victims were young skaters Angela Yang and Sean Kay, both 11 years old, who were returning from the US Figure Skating Championships. The sisters Everly and Alydia Livingston, aged 14 and 11, were also on board, known for their aspirations to represent Team USA. The collision has left the skating community in mourning, with many athletes expressing their trauma and heartbreak over the loss. Investigations are ongoing, with the black box from the helicopter recovered to help determine the cause of the accident. The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the dreams interrupted by this tragedy.