USA: Washington found the bodies of 28 dead as a result of the collision of aircraft and helicopter

The rescue operation in the Potomak River in Washington turned into a search, said John Donnelli Fire Service head at a press conference on January 30. He explained this by the fact that rescuers “do not believe” that the accident is surviving.

Donnelli said that 27 dead aircraft passengers, as well as one body from the Helicopter of the US Army Hallac Hawk, which was in a training mission when the accident occurred, had been pulled out of Photokak River. There were three soldiers on board the helicopter.

According to experts, the aircraft was only at an altitude of 300 feet (91 meters) above ground level and was preparing to land when he fell together with a helicopter before the evening.

Rescuers quickly arrived at the scene, but the search complicated darkness and almost minus temperature.

The Federal Aviation Directorate (FAA) reported that the Bombardier regional aircraft, which flew out of the Growing, Kansas. He collided in the air with the Black Hawk helicopter when he went to land. It happened about 21 hours local time 29. The aircraft can accommodate about 60 passengers.

Earlier, the US Figure Riding Association confirmed that there were figurists, their parents and coaches on the plane, which crashed in Washington.

The US National Switching Championship was held in the U.S. on January 20 to January 26, and some media reported that there were 14 skaters and trainers on the flight.

In his statement, President Donald Trump said he was informed about the “horrific accident” and thanked those who participated in the “incredible work performed by our first response services.”

Since February 2009, there has been no fatal passenger crashes in the United States, but a number of aircraft incidents have caused serious security concerns in recent years.