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American Airlines Flight Collides With US Army Black Hawk Helicopter

Emergency lights are reflected in the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Dashcam video obtained by a source captured the dramatic moment when American Airlines flight 5342 collided with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River on Wednesday night. The video, taken by a family at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, shows a bright orange flash in the sky followed by multiple fragments falling towards the ground. Voices in the background express shock and concern before the video abruptly ends.

Video taken at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling captures bright orange flash in the sky.
Dashcam footage shows collision between American Airlines flight and Black Hawk helicopter.
Multiple fragments seen falling towards the ground in the video.

The family, choosing to remain anonymous due to being 'traumatized' by the incident, shared their sentiments with the source. They expressed their prayers for the victims' families and first responders, hoping that the video footage would aid in the investigation.

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