President Donald Trump has weighed in on the tragic plane crash near Reagan Washington National Airport, questioning whether the incident could have been avoided. The crash, which occurred on January 29, 2025, involved a PSA Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army helicopter, resulting in no survivors.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump pointed out that the PSA Airlines jet was on a routine and accurate approach to the airport when the collision occurred. He questioned why the helicopter, which had been flying directly toward the plane, did not take evasive action. “The plane’s lights were blazing, and it was a CLEAR NIGHT,” Trump wrote. “Why didn’t the control tower give clearer instructions?”
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt also addressed the crash, confirming that President Trump had been briefed on the situation. She expressed the administration’s condolences and urged the public to follow guidance from law enforcement as rescue operations continued.
As the NTSB investigates the crash, the nation mourns the lives lost and seeks answers to prevent such tragedies in the future.
