On Tuesday, recovery crews in Washington retrieved the remains of 67 individuals who perished in a tragic air collision between an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army helicopter. Authorities expressed condolences to the victims' families, emphasizing support during this difficult period. Investigators are examining flight paths and air traffic control staffing, particularly following a preliminary FAA report that indicated understaffing contributed to the collision. Salvage operations continue to recover debris and black boxes to understand the causes of the accident, with completion anticipated by February 12.
Officials stated that our hearts are with the victims' families as they navigate this tragic loss, and we remain committed to supporting them through this difficult time.
Investigators are facing a challenging path to answer whether staffing at the air traffic control tower at Reagan National contributed to the collision.
The preliminary report by the Federal Aviation Administration found that a controller working that night was performing duties typically assigned to two controllers.
Salvage crews have retrieved two black boxes from the plane and one from the helicopter, which may shed light on the moments leading up to the crash.
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