A midair collision between a regional jet and a military helicopter near Washington, DC, resulted in a temporary halt to all flight operations at Ronald Reagan National Airport. The incident involved a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 jet and a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, causing fears of mass casualties. President Donald Trump expressed concern and stated he was being updated on the situation. Emergency responders launched a significant search and rescue effort in the Potomac River, with both aircraft reportedly downed in the water. The FAA and NTSB have initiated an investigation into the event.
There was an enormous response at the scene of the crash, including emergency vehicles and boats, as search and rescue operations commenced in the Potomac River.
The FAA and NTSB will lead the investigation into the collision, which involved a PSA Airlines Bombardier jet and a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.
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