The passenger jet was carrying 64 people at the time of the midair collision in D.C.
An American Airlines plane and Army helicopter collided over the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, officials said.
A regional passenger jet from Wichita, Kansas, was involved in a collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The jet was carrying 60 passengers and 4 crew members. According to WUSA, an Earthcam located at the Kennedy Center captured the moment of the collision.
The crash occurred when a Black Hawk helicopter, with three soldiers on board, collided with the PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 over the Potomac River. CBS News stated that at least 18 bodies have been found so far as the search for survivors continues.
No survivors have been found as of early Thursday.
This story is developing. Check back for updates.
