Washington, D.C.: A tragic mid-air collision between a US military helicopter and a passenger plane carrying 64 people has resulted in no survivors, officials confirmed. The devastating incident occurred over Washington, sending shockwaves across the country as authorities scrambled to assess the situation.
According to initial reports, the collision happened during routine flight operations, though the exact cause remains under investigation. Eyewitnesses described a fiery explosion in the sky, followed by debris scattering across a wide area. Emergency response teams were quickly deployed to the crash site, but no survivors were found.
The passenger plane was reportedly en route to its destination when it crossed paths with the military helicopter. Aviation authorities and the US military have launched an inquiry to determine the sequence of events leading to the disaster. Officials have not yet released details about the aircraft involved or the identities of those on board.
US President Joe Biden expressed his condolences, calling it a “heartbreaking tragedy” and vowing a thorough investigation to prevent similar incidents in the future. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are working closely with military officials to examine flight data and air traffic control communications.
Families of the victims are being notified, and grief counseling services have been offered. The crash raises concerns about airspace safety, particularly in regions with both civilian and military flight operations.
As the investigation unfolds, the nation mourns the loss of lives in one of the most catastrophic air disasters in recent history.
