Summary

An American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter collided midair near Reagan National Airport, killing at least 18 people.

Trump initially expressed condolences but later questioned why the air traffic control tower or helicopter pilot didn’t prevent the crash.

The FAA identified the plane as a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700.

A Kennedy Center webcam captured the collision, and investigations are ongoing.

CNN’s Pete Muntean called the incident stunning, noting its proximity to a military base.

    • @Gradually_Adjusting
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      6317 hours ago

      Ah yes, the presidency. The job to which we elect an official blame assigner for public tragedies.

      • Ioughttamow
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        615 hours ago

        Just this special snowflake. Can’t help but cause needless own goals

        Wouldn’t be surprised if something ole rapey did butterfly effected into this

      • Rentlar
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        213 hours ago

        Appropriating blame is Congress’s constitutional duty.

    • @dhork
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      2117 hours ago

      Have some respect for the office! That’s President Dumb Piece Of Shit.