President Donald Trump has addressed the recent plane crash in Washington, D.C., via posts on Truth Social after the FAA revealed details of the incident. Vice President JD Vance also spoke out.

The crash occurred on January 29, 2025, around 9 p.m. near Reagan Washington Airport. According to the FAA, a PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet, operating as American Airlines Flight 5342, was approaching Runway 33 when it collided mid-air with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter. The aircraft had departed from Wichita, Kansas.

While the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) leads the investigation, the FAA is assisting and will provide updates as more information emerges.

Trump described the PSA jet as being on a routine approach, questioning why the helicopter did not maneuver to avoid the crash. He emphasized the seriousness of the incident, writing, “NOT GOOD!!!” In a follow-up post, he simply stated, “God bless you all!”

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Trump had been briefed, expressing the administration’s sympathy for those affected. She urged the public to follow law enforcement guidance. VP JD Vance also shared his thoughts, asking for prayers for the victims and their families.

Rescue teams continue searching the Potomac River, where the wreckage of the American Eagle Flight 5342 jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter is scattered. The jet carried 60 passengers and four crew members, while the helicopter had three military personnel on board. As of 6:45 a.m. ET, 30 bodies had been recovered. Harsh conditions, including freezing temperatures and strong winds, make the operation extremely difficult.