Media sources have reported that 19 bodies have been recovered from the scene of a plane crash in Washington DC, involving an American Airlines flight and a military helicopter collision. The plane was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, while the helicopter had three people aboard. Among the passengers were figure skating athletes, coaches, and family members. The crash has devastated the US figure skating community, with the national governing body expressing their sorrow and closely monitoring the situation.
Russian figure skaters and coaches were also reportedly on board the crashed plane. The recovery efforts were described as somber by first responders, as they transitioned from a search-and-rescue operation to a recovery effort. The crash has prompted a major emergency response involving over 300 responders working tirelessly in challenging conditions.
President Trump expressed that the crash “should have been prevented” and criticized the control tower’s handling of the situation. American Airlines CEO provided a toll-free number for relatives seeking information on passengers aboard the flight. The airport is set to reopen, and investigations by various agencies are ongoing. The crash has created a somber mood among officials and responders, with a deep sense of sadness and heartbreak prevailing in the aftermath.
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