A major plane crash occurred near Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington DC. A passenger flight collided with a military helicopter while landing. According to BNO News, the flight had 64 people on board, including 4 crew members. All flights at the airport have been temporarily suspended after the accident.
Investigation Underway
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other agencies have started an investigation into the crash. Meanwhile, an audio recording between the Air Traffic Controller (ATC) and the pilot has gone viral. Important details about the crash have come to light from this recording, as reported by the Associated Press (AP).
Seconds Before the Collision
In the recording, the ATC asks the helicopter pilot, “PAT 25, do you have a visual on the CRJ passenger jet?” A few seconds later, PAT 25 crosses behind the CRJ jet without any response. Moments later, both aircraft collide. After the collision, another pilot is heard on the radio asking, “Did you see that?”
The air traffic controller immediately instructed all flights to clear the area.
Viral Video on Social Media
A shocking video of the crash has gone viral on social media, showing the moment the passenger jet collided with the military helicopter. The video shows the two aircraft getting dangerously close in the air. Suddenly, a loud explosion occurs, and the passenger jet begins to fall. The helicopter also spins uncontrollably. Moments later, the passenger plane crashes near the runway.
The situation is under control now, and further updates are awaited as authorities continue their investigation.