A former Black Hawk pilot believes neither the American Airlines jet nor the helicopter involved in the Washington, D.C. crash could have seen the collision coming. Elizabeth McCormick, who flew Black Hawks for 8 years, states that mid-air collisions are the 'least survivable' type of accidents and that neither pilot likely had any warning. She highlights the helicopter's maneuverability and the plane's reliance on instruments and air traffic control, suggesting a lack of awareness on both sides. McCormick also points to the busy airspace and the potential for changes in helicopter route regulations.
A former Black Hawk pilot is dropping a bombshell hypothesis about the Washington, D.C. crash, telling TMZ she believes neither the American Airlines jet nor the chopper would have seen the deadly collision coming.
At the end of the day, McCormick called it a"tragedy of epic proportions" -- and it's clear to see in video capturing the explosion over the Potomac River.saying he doesn't believe there are any survivors. The commercial flight had 60 passengers and four crew members, while the helicopter carried three military personnel.
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