‘Our hearts are deeply broken’: Va. lawmakers react to deadly plane, helicopter collision

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RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Virginia lawmakers are responding after an Army helicopter and an American Airlines jet collided Wednesday night at Ronald Reagan National Airport.

Emergency personnel from across the region continue their recovery efforts this morning. We are lifting-up in prayer the families of the passengers and crews. The NTSB is leading the investigation with our full cooperation and support.
— Governor Glenn Youngkin (@GovernorVA) January 30, 2025

By now, many of you have heard of the tragic collision in the Washington Metropolitan area of a American Airlines flight and a military helicopter, and the lives that were lost as a result.

I post this as the latest update. @GovernorVA Youngkin and I have spoken about this…
— Lt. Governor of Virginia - Winsome Earle-Sears (@WinsomeSears) January 30, 2025

Our hearts are deeply broken for the victims of the tragic accident at DCA. We are filled with endless gratitude for the first responders.

We’ll continue to provide updates at every turn and pray for the families of those we lost. pic.twitter.com/kP2dzJe7HH
— Mark Warner (@MarkWarner) January 30, 2025

Heartbroken about the aviation disaster near DCA, and continuing to pray for those impacted and for the first responders. I’m gathering more information from local officials, the FAA, and the Army and will be pushing for a thorough investigation into what happened.
— Senator Tim Kaine (@SenTimKaine) January 30, 2025