Two Chinese citizens were among those killed in a devastating aircraft collision near Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport, the Chinese embassy in the U.S. confirmed Thursday. The incident, involving an American Airlines passenger plane and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, left no survivors.
What Happened? 🚨
The crash occurred Wednesday night as American Airlines Flight 5342, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, collided mid-air with the helicopter transporting three U.S. Army soldiers. U.S. authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Embassy’s Response 🇨🇳
The Chinese embassy expressed \"deep condolences\" to victims’ families and requested an official briefing from U.S. officials. It pledged consular support for affected families while urging swift cooperation from the U.S. side.
U.S. President Donald Trump called the collision a \"heartbreaking tragedy\" during a Thursday press conference. The incident has raised urgent questions about aviation safety protocols in busy air corridors.
