


Complete Recovery of Victims from Potomac River Following Fatal Midair Collision
All 67 victims from the American Airlines and Army helicopter crash have been recovered, with ongoing investigations into the cause, including air traffic control protocols.
Overview
Authorities have successfully recovered all 67 victims from the Potomac River following the recent midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter. While 66 victims have been identified, the final set of remains is still under examination. Investigations by the NTSB continue, focusing on air traffic control protocols and discrepancies in altitude data before the crash. The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of all onboard the aircraft, including Olympic hopefuls returning from a figure skating event. Recovery operations also involve clearing wreckage from the river.
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