A tragic collision on Wednesday night involved an American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, near Reagan National Airport, claiming lives. Reports confirmed 18 bodies recovered from the scene, while eyewitnesses and officials expressed shock. President Trump suggested possible negligence by the helicopter pilot and air traffic control. The aircraft involved was a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 operating for American Airlines. CNN described the incident, clarifying misconceptions about the type of helicopter involved, emphasizing the unexpected nature of this tragic event.
As of 1 a.m. ET, 18 bodies had been recovered from the crash site following the midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army helicopter.
President Donald Trump attributed blame for the collision, questioning why the helicopter pilot and air traffic control did not act to prevent the disaster.
The FAA confirmed that the PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet was operating on behalf of American Airlines during the tragic incident.
CNN correspondent Pete Muntean expressed his disbelief at the accident, stating he was stunned to learn it was not a police helicopter involved.
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