What caused the fatal mid-air collision? Key questions about plane crash
In the first 24 hours, we usually know very little, and often what we think we know turns out to be false in the days and weeks to follow,” William J. McGee, senior fellow for aviation and travel at the American Economic Liberties Project,
Midair collision kills 67 people in the deadliest US air disaster in almost a quarter century
At least 28 bodies were pulled from the icy waters of the Potomac River after the helicopter apparently flew into the path of the American Airlines regional jet late Wednesday while it was landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport,
DC plane crash timeline: Midair collision involves 67 passengers, crew members, soldiers
A timeline of the Washington, D.C., plane crash on Jan. 29 details the moments before and after an American Airlines passenger flight and Army helicopter collided over the Potomac.
D.C. Plane Crash Live: NTSB to Hold Briefing on Midair Collision Investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board is holding a press conference at 4 p.m. E.T. to provide updates on its investigation into the fatal plane collision over Washington, DC. The press briefing will be held at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Unpacking the midair collision at Reagan National Airport
Titus Sanders, commercial airline pilot and retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 U.S. Army Aviator joins CBS New York to discuss the midair collision at Reagan National Airport.
Mid-Air Collision Shines Light On Doomsday Plans For Nation’s Capital
The crew of a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter involved in a mid-air collision over the Potomac River last night were training for what is known as a continuity of government mission. In the event of a major attack or other especially serious crisis,
PSA Airlines: What to know about the carrier involved in the DC midair collision
An American Airlines flight operated by PSA Airlines was involved in a midair collision with a military helicopter on Wednesday night near Washington, D.C.
Deadly mid-air collision renews urgent questions about near-misses, air safety
There have been a number of close calls around the country in recent years that concerned aviation experts and officials.
How rare are deadly mid-air collisions? Former QU professor weighs in
How rare are deadly mid-air collisions in the U.S.? According to the FAA, this is the first major fatal crash of any U.S. airline in 16 years. “Based on historical review, I was shocked,” David Cadden,
What we know about some of the D.C. midair collision victims
As many as 60 passengers and four crew members were aboard American Eagle Flight 5342, and the Black Hawk helicopter was ...
From Anguish to Aggression: Trump Goes on Offense After Midair Collision
President Trump at moments of national tragedy has always been more comfortable finding fault than providing comfort or ...
Howard University professor among victims in midair collision
A Howard University professor and former Miss Kansas contestant known for her “bright smile" and “zest for life" was among ...
Families mourn 67 victims after midair collision
NBC News' Tom Llamas reports on some of the passengers and crew members who died in Wednesday's midair collision near Reagan ...
Mid-air collision draws attention to military helicopter training, previous accidents
The training of U.S. military helicopter pilots is getting heightened attention following the mid-air collision between an ...
Airline seat parts and sugar packets among debris recovered by boater on Potomac after midair collision
Aircraft window trim, a waterlogged cockpit checklist and American Airlines branded sugar packets joined a grim collection of ...
Retired Chicago air traffic controller says tower staffing less likely to blame for D.C. midair collision
CBS News has independently confirmed one air traffic controller was doing the job normally handled by two when a passenger ...
Trump Takes Aim, Without Evidence, at Diversity Policies Over Midair Collision
A TV displays U.S. President Donald Trump as he delivers remarks on the deadly midair collision that occurred in Washington D ...