A midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a military Black Hawk helicopter near Washington DC resulted in the deaths of 67 individuals, including two young figure skaters and their families returning from a championship. The victims included prominent figures from the skating community, underscoring the tragedy's impact. The incident has led to widespread mourning within the close-knit skating community, with various organizations expressing condolences and grief for the loss of life, adding to the emotional toll felt across both sports and personal connections.
Bad news from Washington today. We grieve and offer condolences to the families and friends who lost those of our fellow citizens who died in this plane crash.
Skating is a very close and tight-knit community ... I think for all of us, we have lost family.
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