A search and rescue operation is underway in the Potomac River after an American Airlines plane and an Army helicopter collided near Reagan National Airport. All takeoffs and landings at DCA have been halted.
A multi-agency search and rescue operation is underway in the Potomac River following a collision between a small American Airlines aircraft, Flight 5342 from Wichita, and an Army helicopter near Reagan National Airport. Authorities confirmed the incident at around 8:53 p.m. on Thursday evening, after the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department received multiple calls reporting the crash. The MPD, D.C.
Fire and Emergency Medical Services, and other partner agencies are actively engaged in the search and rescue efforts. While the MPD's helicopter was not involved in the collision, it is assisting in coordinating the response. Law enforcement officials have reported that all takeoffs and landings out of DCA have been temporarily halted. U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, representing Kansas, shared an update via X (formerly Twitter), stating: 'Learning that a plane inbound from Kansas was involved in a crash at DCA. I am in contact with authorities. Please join me in praying for all involved.' As of the latest reports, no confirmed information regarding casualties has been released. Fireboats are on the scene, and further updates are anticipated as authorities continue to work on the recovery operation. This is a developing story. Please check back for the most up-to-date information
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