The CEO of American Airlines on Thursday said it is not clear why a U.S. Army helicopter came into the path of a PSA regional jet before the two aircraft collided near Washington, an incident that officials say likely left no survivors.
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom, speaking at a Thursday news conference, provided condolences for the more than 60 people who likely died in the incident and said the company is focusing on supporting everyone who was affected.
“We are absolutely heartbroken for the family and loved ones of the passengers and crew members and also for those who were on the military aircraft,” he said.
Later in the news conference, Isom appeared to question why the helicopter was so close to the jet.
“They collided with a military aircraft on an otherwise normal approach. At this time, we don’t know why the military aircraft came into the path of the PSA aircraft,” he said. […]
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