An unfortunate incident occurred when a passenger aircraft crashed into the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport outside of Washington, DC. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that the aircraft collided midair with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach to the runway.
The aircraft involved in the crash was Flight 5342, operated by American Airlines. It was a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet that had departed from Wichita, Kansas, earlier on Wednesday.
The National Transportation Safety Board, in conjunction with the FAA, is spearheading the investigation into the crash. Both agencies are working diligently to gather all relevant information and determine the cause of the tragic event.
It is important to note that the FAA's initial statement is based on preliminary information and is subject to change as more details emerge from the ongoing investigation.
