We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident.

On January 29, 2025, American Eagle Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines collided mid-air with a United States Army Sikorsky VH-60M Black Hawk, presumably killing all 67 people onboard both aircraft. Flight 5342, operated by a Bombardier CRJ701ER, was a scheduled domestic passenger flight from Wichita, Kansas (ICT), to Washington, D.C. (DCA). The midair collision between the passenger jet and a military Black Hawk helicopter happened just before 9 p.m. The body of the plane was found upside down in three sections in waist-deep water. The wreckage of the helicopter was also found.

In the Media:

Azrael Franz partner, Keith Franz, spoke with Mike Hellgren of WJZ-TV about the potential causes of the tragic air disaster.

Keith S. Franz

More details will follow.