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Disabled pilot responds after Trump blames diversity and inclusion policies for DC crash

A disabled pilot has called President Trump’s suggestion that diversity and inclusion policies contributed to the Washington DC plane crash a "gut punch" to disabled people.

The Independent UK

Grim Search For Plane Crash Bodies As Trump Doubles Down

US investigators insisted Friday they will not bow to outside pressure as they search for bodies and the remaining black box after the fatal Washington air collision, as President Donald Trump doubled down on political point scoring.

International Business Times

Is flying really safer than driving? What the stats show after devastating Washington D.C. plane crash

In the wake of Wednesday’s devastating Washington D.C. plane crash, we take a look at how safe flying is compared to driving

The Independent UK

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Crash sheds light on strained workforce controlling the skies - Roll Call

Fatal midair collision in Washington is a wake-up call amid unresolved issues like an air traffic controller shortage, aviation experts say.

Roll Call

Heartbreak in global figure skating community

Heartbreak in global figure skating community. There was a plane crash in Washington, DC on Wednesday, and then Dick Button died on Thursday.

The Sports Daily

Trump special envoy flies to Venezuela to meet with Nicolás Maduro

Richard Grenell’s visit prompts fresh speculation of rapprochement between Washington and Caracas

The Guardian - US

International Skating Union to honor athletes killed in plane crash when Boston hosts world champs

International Skating Union President Jae Youl Kim has held back tears while announcing they will honor athletes and others killed in the mid-air collision near Washington, D

The Independent UK

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Shocking New Footage of DC Midair Collision Shows Terrifying Moment of Impact Between American Airlines Plane and Black Hawk Helicopter

A new video of the collision between an American Airlines commercial aircraft and a Black Hawk helicopter in Washington DC's airspace has begun circulating on social media, showcasing a different perspective on the tragic incident.

Latin Times

Moment air traffic controller gasps as American Airlines plane and US Army helicopter crash in Washington DC

A gasp can be heard on air traffic control audio as an American Airlines plane and a US Army helicopter collided in Washington DC on Wednesday, 29 January.

The Independent UK

Weather Complicates Recovery Efforts After Deadly Midair Collision

Inclement weather in Washington, D.C. complicates recovery efforts after a tragic midair collision, affecting victim retrieval and debris recovery from the...

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DC plane crash: What we know about the victims and ongoing investigation

Young figure skaters Spencer Lane and Jinna Han were on the American Airlines flight that collided with the Black Hawk.

Al Jazeera

US president Donald Trump appears to blame DEI for Washington DC plane crash

This is the third time diversity quota has been blamed this year after a US disaster

Evening Standard

Who was on American Airlines flight 5342 that crashed in Washington? - full list

Professional figure skaters, school pupils and parents are among the 60 plane passengers who died in the crash

Evening Standard

What is DEI? The initiative designed to help has become the ire of Trump and Republicans

Trump's orders have been celebrated by supporters and allies, and criticized by advocacy groups who say they might deepen inequities and undo decades of progress

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Evening Standard

What did Donald Trump say about the Washington DC plane crash?

President Trump put the blame on a number of things with the main ones being diversity and inclusion initiatives and Biden’s administration

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“Rest In Peace”: Famed ‘Disney On Ice’ Actress Lost In Devastating Washington, D.C. Plane Crash

The ex-husband of famed Disney on Ice skater and actress Inna Volyanskaya shared his heartbreak over the tragic loss following the devastating plane crash. The post “Rest In Peace”: Famed ‘Disney On Ice’ Actress Lost In Devastating Washington, D.C. Plane Crash first appeared on Bored Panda.

International Business Times UK

Updated List of DC Plane Crash Victims: Why Were So Many Of Them Figure Skaters?

Among the dead in an aircraft crash over the Potomac River were several prominent competitive figure skaters, coaches, and their families returning from an important national event in Wichita, Kansas.

Al Jazeera

Which countries will Trump’s foreign aid suspension hurt most?

The decision comes as President Donald Trump pushes for all government departments to prioritise ‘America First’.

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The Independent UK

Lifelong friend of couple killed in Washington DC plane crash reveals final heartbreaking message

As authorities continue investigating Wednesday's (January 29) collision between an American Airlines plane and a U.S. Army helicopter in Washington DC, lifelong friends of a couple who died in the deadly crash mourned their loss.

Evening Standard

Dancing on Ice's Torvill and Dean pay emotional tribute to victims of Washington DC plane crash

Figure skaters were among 67 people who died in the crash

International Business Times

Investigators Recover Plane Black Boxes From Washington Air Collision

According to a New York Times report, staffing was thin in the control tower at Reagan National Airport, where the airliner was about to land when the collision occurred. One controller, rather than the usual two, was handling both plane and helicopter traffic, the Times quoted a preliminary Federal Aviation…

The Guardian - AU

Plane crash near Washington DC: what we know on day 2

Cockpit voice and flight data recorders found from American Airlines flight that collided with military helicopter; 28 bodies recovered from Potomac River

The Guardian - US

Washington DC plane crash: ‘black box’ data recorder recovered from Black Hawk helicopter – as it happened

Officials say over 100 family members of victims are in the Washington area for briefings and that every air traffic controller involved is under intense scrutiny

International Business Times

'Shouldn't Have Happened:' DC Air Collision Stuns Experts

The midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a US Army Blackhawk helicopter in Washington has puzzled experts, given the perfect flying conditions and strict controls in one of the world's busiest air corridors.

International Business Times

Donald Trump: Air Crash Investigator-in-chief?

Faced with the first big test of his new administration, Donald Trump wanted to show he was in control.

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