Tragedy at Reagan National Airport: Plane CRASHES Into Potomac River, Flights Grounded

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In a devastating turn of events, a small aircraft crashed into the icy Potomac River near Reagan National Airport, prompting a mass casualty response and leaving the region in shock. The accident was dramatically caught on video.

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Emergency crews, including fireboats and helicopters, raced to recover victims as the Federal Aviation Administration halted all flights at the airport.

Early reports suggest a tragic midair collision with a military Blackhawk helicopter. The plane reportedly had 60 passengers on board and had departed from Wichita, Kansas. The crash has transformed the Potomac into a grim scene as rescue operations continue and investigators work to uncover the cause of this tragic aviation disaster that has shaken the nation.

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