In what is feared to be the worst U.S. aviation disaster in nearly 25 years, all 64 people aboard an American Airlines jet are presumed dead after a devastating collision with an Army helicopter.<\/p>\n
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The tragic incident unfolded over the icy waters of the Potomac River, where recovery efforts are currently underway. So far, at least 28 bodies have been recovered, including all three soldiers who were aboard the helicopter.<\/p>\n
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Authorities have not yet released details about the cause of the collision, and investigations are ongoing. Search and recovery operations are expected to continue in the coming days despite challenging weather conditions.<\/p>\n
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The crash has sent shockwaves across the nation, with officials describing the incident as a significant tragedy in U.S. aviation history. Families of the victims are being contacted, and further updates are anticipated as the situation develops.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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