American Airlines CEO Robert Isom released a statement addressing a fatal accident involving an American Eagle flight operated by PSA Airlines near Washington, D.C. The aircraft, en route from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington Reagan National Airport, allegedly collided with a military aircraft on approach. Isom expressed deep sorrow, emphasizing the airline's focus on supporting passengers, crew members, families, and first responders. He confirmed 64 people were on board – four crew members and 60 passengers – and announced the establishment of a special helpline for concerned families and friends.
PSA Airlines"I'd like to express our deep sorrow about these events. This is a difficult day for all of us at American Airlines, and our efforts now are focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, partners, first responders, along with their families and loved ones," Isom said.
American Eagle flight, 5342 operated by PSA Airlines, a CRJ-700 aircraft traveling from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington Reagan National Airport has been involved in an accident near Washington, D.C. It appears to have collided with a military aircraft on approach. Flight 5342 was under the command of four crew members and carried 60 passengers for a total of 64 people on board.
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