Mid-Air Collision Near Reagan National Airport

 A tragic mid-air collision occurred Wednesday night near Reagan Washington National Airport, involving an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter.

American Airlines confirmed that Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines under the American Eagle brand, was flying from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington, D.C., when it collided with the military helicopter. The plane had 60 passengers and four crew members on board, while the Black Hawk was carrying three Army soldiers.

Video footage from The Kennedy Center captured the moment of impact over the Potomac River, showing an explosion mid-air. Authorities immediately halted all flights at Reagan National Airport as emergency responders rushed to the scene. Social media images showed a significant rescue operation unfolding near the crash site around 9 PM.

Please say a prayer for everyone involved in the mid-air collision near Reagan airport this evening. We're monitoring the situation, but for now let's hope for the best.

— JD Vance (@JDVance) January 30, 2025

Vice President JD Vance acknowledged the situation on X, asking the public to pray for those involved. The White House also confirmed that President Trump has been briefed. The FAA and NTSB have launched an investigation to determine what led to the collision. More updates are expected as officials gather information.