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ExplainerWhat were the aircraft involved in the Washington mid-air crash?
An American Airlines jet, US Army helicopter collided, crashed into Washington’s Potomac River
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An American Airlines regional passenger jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the frigid Potomac River after a mid-air collision near Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, officials said.
Below are the details of the aircraft involved:
UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter
The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is one of the most ubiquitous and iconic military helicopters, filling multiple roles for the US military, including air assault, general support, medevac, command and control, and special operations support.
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The aircraft involved in the January 29 crash was flying with the call sign PAT25 and had three occupants, according to the Aviation Safety Network, a public database of aviation accidents.
More than 5,000 Black Hawks have been built since production began in the mid-1970s.
Bombardier CRJ700
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