A tragic crash near Washington, D.C., occurred when a Black Hawk helicopter collided with an American Airlines jet, sending both into the Potomac River. Flight 5342, with 60 passengers, was approaching Reagan National Airport. The Black Hawk, carrying three soldiers, was on a training mission.
At least 18 bodies have been recovered, with no survivors expected. Among the victims were figure skaters Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov. Authorities are investigating, and American Airlines has set up a helpline for families.
