Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:25pm on 30 Jan 2025,Thursday International
A mid-air collision between a US Army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet killed 64 people near Washington’s Reagan National Airport. The jet crashed into the Potomac River after the collision. President Donald Trump blamed Obama and Biden-era policies for lowering air safety standards, criticising "diversity hires" over competence. He announced Chris Rocheleau as the acting FAA Administrator. The crash, which involved 60 passengers, four crew members, and three soldiers, is one of the deadliest US aviation disasters in decades. Rescue efforts have turned into recovery operations, as officials confirm no survivors. Trump held a moment of silence for victims.
