American Airlines Confirms Accident Involving Flight 5342 Near Washington D.C.
American Airlines has confirmed that American Eagle Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines using a CRJ-700 aircraft, was involved in a mid-air collision with a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
Key Details:
• The flight, which departed from Wichita, Kansas (ICT) en route to Washington D.C., had 60 passengers and 4 crew members onboard.
• Multiple passengers have been located underwater, still seated in their seats, according to rescue teams.
• Fox News reports that the cockpit and main body of the Black Hawk helicopter have been spotted bobbing in the water near the crash site.
American Airlines Statement:
“Our concern is for the passengers and crew onboard the aircraft. We are in contact with authorities and assisting with emergency response efforts.
• For families seeking information, a hotline has been established at 800-679-8215.
• Additional resources and contact numbers are available on news.aa.com.”
Government Response:
• DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that all available U.S. Coast Guard resources are being deployed to assist in search and rescue operations.
Next Steps:
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the collision and are working to recover passengers and wreckage.
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