DC plane crash updates: Crews to begin removing wreckage from river
Feb 03, 2025
Last week, a passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter collided, killing 67 people. Now, crews are working to remove the wreckage from the Potomac River. The river is closed to most boats as salvage operations begin. They will first remove the plane, which will take three days. Then, they will focus on the helicopter and any debris on the shore. So far, 55 of the victims have been identified. Family members visited the crash site and left flowers and photos in memory of their loved ones.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash and believes the helicopter may have been flying too high. The helicopter was on a training mission when the collision happened. The passenger jet was landing at Reagan National Airport when the accident occurred.
It is a sad time for the families of those who lost their lives in the crash. The investigation continues, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
In summary, a tragic accident occurred involving a passenger jet and a military helicopter. Crews are working to remove the wreckage from the river, and investigators are trying to determine the cause of the collision. Family members are mourning their loved ones, and the community is coming together to show support during this difficult time.