President Donald Trump made a statement on Friday regarding the recent collision between a Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet near Reagan National Airport. Trump mentioned that the helicopter was flying above the 200-foot limit, indicating that it was flying too high. He expressed his view on the matter through a post on Truth Social, emphasizing the simplicity of understanding the situation.
Following the incident, NTSB member Todd Inman was questioned about the potential role of the helicopter's altitude in the crash. In response, Inman stated that at the current stage of the investigation, no conclusions have been drawn. He cautioned against relying on unofficial sources or online speculation, highlighting the importance of obtaining accurate data from the flight data recorders (black boxes).
Inman stressed the need to analyze the data meticulously to gain a comprehensive understanding of the events leading to the collision. He emphasized the significance of examining detailed information to provide an accurate depiction of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
