On January 29, 2025, an American Airlines flight (AA 5432) collided with a Black Hawk helicopter near Washington, D.C., as the plane was approaching Reagan National Airport. Both aircraft crashed into the Potomac River, with at least 19 bodies recovered so far,
Emergency responders face challenging conditions due to freezing temperatures and low visibility. President Trump offered condolences, and American Airlines is assisting authorities and affected families. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with no confirmed survivors
