“The NTSB is investigating the accident involving a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 airplane operated as American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita, Kansas, to Reagan Washington National Airport and a U.S. Army Sikorsky H-60 “Black Hawk” helicopter the collided midair over the Potomac River at 8:47 p.m. ET on January 29, 2025. NTSB investigators responded to the scene to document the wreckage, collect evidence and interview witnesses. All aspects of this incident remain under investigation. A preliminary report is expected within 30 days from the date of the accident. The preliminary report will contain factual information gathered during the initial phase of the investigation. A probable cause of the crash and any contributing factors will come in the final report, which is expected in 12 to 24 months.”