(AURN News) — We’re learning more information about the fatal collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter conducting training exercises. The tragedy claimed 67 lives at Reagan Washington National Airport on January 30.
As the investigation continues, last week, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed that preliminary data showed the helicopter was flying at more than 300 feet, exceeding its permitted altitude of 200 feet. This week, FBI divers searched the Potomac River for additional wreckage while federal investigators continue examining debris from both aircraft.
Also taking place this week, a survey conducted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has located several large pieces of wreckage, which are being recovered by crane and transported to a secure facility for examination.
The NTSB also explains that several investigative teams, including those focused on airplane systems, operations, human performance, and even survival factors, have completed their work and are preparing for additional investigations.
Further examination of the aircraft components will take place at both NTSB laboratories and manufacturer facilities. Additionally, investigators are analyzing data from both aircraft’s cockpit voice recorders and flight data recorders at the agency’s laboratory.
The crash claimed the lives of all 64 individuals aboard the commercial aircraft, including 60 passengers and four crew members, along with three U.S. Army personnel in the helicopter.
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