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Midair collision near D.C. causes multiple fatalities
Midair collision near D.C. involving American Airlines jet and Army helicopter leaves multiple fatalities; investigation ongoing.
Midair collision near D.C. involving American Airlines jet and Army helicopter leaves multiple fatalities; investigation ongoing.
A PSA Airlines CRJ700 jet with 60 passengers and 4 crew collided mid-air with a U.S. Army UH-60 BlackHawk near Reagan National Airport.
– Both aircraft crashed into the Potomac River. The jet is in pieces, and the helicopter is also submerged.
– 18 fatalities confirmed, no survivors rescued yet.
– All flights at Reagan halted as search and rescue continues.
– Trump: “Fully briefed on the terrible accident… should have been prevented.”
Authorities are investigating a midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport involving an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter.
The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Wednesday. American Airlines Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines, was about to land when it collided with a Sikorsky H-60 military helicopter.
There were 60 passengers and four crew members on the regional jet, and three people on the helicopter. Texas Senator Ted Cruz confirmed fatalities, though specific numbers are not yet available.
Search and rescue teams are currently at the crash site near the Potomac River, where freezing conditions are hindering efforts. The river’s temperature is complicating the situation, reminiscent of the 1982 Air Florida disaster.
A webcam appeared to capture a midair explosion, raising concerns about the severity of the collision. Emergency services have responded, and Reagan National Airport has been closed.
President Donald Trump has been briefed on the event and expressed condolences, thanking first responders and affirming that he is monitoring the situation.
This event occurs during a period when the Federal Aviation Administration lacks a permanent leader. Currently, Chris Rocheleau is running the agency on an interim basis.
American Airlines has established a hotline for inquiries regarding passengers on Flight 5342. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to understand the cause of the collision. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
Officials give update
At a 1 a.m. press conference, officials maintained that the operation was still a rescue effort, though Kansas Sen. Roger Marshall assumed fatalities.
“We mourn with the families who’ve lost loved ones,” he said. Later asked by CNN if he had had fatalities confirmed to him Marshall said, “No, but I’m a physician and I’m not stupid. There have been no ambulances leaving here.”
Earlier in the night, the FAA issued the following statement:
A PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet collided in midair with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach to Runway 33 at Reagan Washington National Airport around 9 p.m. local time. PSA was operating as Flight 5342 for American Airlines. It departed from Wichita, Kansas. The FAA and NTSB will investigate. The NTSB will lead the investigation.
In a social media post, President Donald Trump, who had been fully briefed by the White House, expressed his confusion about the cause of the helicopter crash. He questioned why the helicopter didn’t ascend, descend, or turn, and why the control tower didn’t instruct it instead of asking if they had spotted the plane.
Trump emphasised that this situation appears preventable and is a cause for concern.
The DC police confirmed that the crash had occurred over the Potomac River, and search and rescue operations were underway in the river itself. A fire official reported that the water where the dive crews are working is approximately eight feet deep, filled with ice and murky conditions.
The National Weather Service further predicted that the temperature in the area would drop below freezing, with lows in the 20s.
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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.
Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.
Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.
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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.
Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.
As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.
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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.
The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.
Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.
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