American Airlines CEO Robert Isom issued a statement late Wednesday after an American Eagle flight appeared to have collided with a military helicopter and crashed into the Potomac River near Washington, D.C.
Isom confirmed Flight 5342, a CRJ-700 operated by PSA Airlines, was traveling from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington Reagan National Airport when the crash occurred on final approach.
“I’d like to express our deep sorrow about these events. This is a difficult day for all of us at American Airlines, and our efforts now are focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, partners, first responders, along with their families and loved ones,” Isom said.
Isom said the American Eagle flight had four crew members on board and 60 passengers. He said he understood that people with loved ones on the flight would be eager for information, and they have set up a special helpline for friends and family at 1-800-679-8215.
It’s unclear if there are any survivors.
Isom said the airline is cooperating fully …