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American Airlines Flight Carrying Dozens Crashes Into Washington DC River.

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An American Airlines jet carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided mid-air with a military helicopter over Washington DC before crashing into the Potomac River, authorities have confirmed.

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said the collision occurred around 9pm local time as the jet was approaching Runway 33 at Reagan Washington National Airport. The military helicopter had three US Army soldiers on board.

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The DC Fire and EMS Department reported that police divers and boats were searching the water for survivors, while US authorities launched an investigation into the incident.

US President Donald Trump said he had been briefed on what he described as a “terrible accident” and expressed gratitude to emergency responders for their “incredible work.”

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