Maps show how D.C. plane crash occurred in Reagan National’s congested airspace
Pilots who land at Reagan National face a unique set of complications, including short runways, scores of helicopters and a mountain-size no-fly zone.
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Helicopters fly within feet of planes at Reagan: 'Can’t there be better routing?'
Radio traffic shows the air traffic controller did confirm with the helicopter that it had the airplane in sight two different times.
Map shows 3D-view of approximate paths of the two aircraft that collided near Washington, D.C.
A 3D rendering shows the approximate altitude and paths of the plane and helicopter moments before the collision.
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Maps show flight path, collision site of DC plane crash
A passenger jet collided midair with a military helicopter near Reagan Airport, sending the aircraft into the icy Potomac River and leaving everyone on board feared dead.