Mangled remains of downed Black Hawk helicopter pulled from the Potomac River after devastating DC crash: NTSB
In images shared by the NTSB, the crumpled metal that was once a working military helicopter can be seen being lifted from the water by a crane floating atop a barge in the Potomac River.
No, US Army Black Hawk helicopter not the same model as chopper in Kobe Bryant’s crash
The Sikorsky UH-60 "Black Hawk" is far from a luxury aircraft. Unlike the sleekly designed S-76B, the Black Hawk is rugged and multifunctional. The U.S. Army has used the Black Hawk in its fleet for 47 years.
Army Black Hawk helicopter involved in DC plane crash was made by CT-based Sikorsky
U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with American Eagle Flight 5342 on final approach to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport over the Potomac.
What are Black Hawk helicopters and how are they used? What to know after the DC aircraft crash
The military helicopter that collided with a regional jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in a crash that killed all 67 people aboard both aircraft was a UH-60 Black Hawk, consid ered the “workhorse” of Army aviation.
Army Black Hawk Helicopter Flew Too High Before D.C. Jet Crash: NTSB
A military helicopter was flying above the maximum altitude for its route when it collided with a passenger plane near Washington, D.C., last week, authorities said. The National Transportation Safety Board said in an update on Tuesday that it obtained data,
DC plane crash updates: Probe makes progress as crews still search for helicopter parts
More than a week after the horrific helicopter-plane collision near Washington, salvage crews have recovered most of the wreckage.
Black Hawk chopper in D.C. plane crash had a safety system off, senator says
Army Black Hawk helicopter that collided with an American Eagle flight over the Potomac River​ late last month was flying with a safety system turned off, Sen. Ted Cruz told reporters after a briefing from the FAA and NTSB.
Black Hawk helicopter had important safety system turned off during collision with American Airlines jet, senator says
Senate Commerce Committee chair Ted Cruz told reporters the Black Hawk helicopter had (ADS-B), which is permitted for military aircraft. “This was a training mission, so there was no compelling national security reason for ADS-B to be turned off,
DC plane crash updates: Helicopter had advanced tracking system turned off, lawmaker says
The U.S. Army helicopter that collided with an passenger jet near Washington, D.C., had an advanced surveillance system turned off.
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Army Black Hawk Running Brand-New Engines Goes Through First Ground Tests
American defense contractor Sikorsky announced it has begun ground tests of the Black Hawk with the new General Electric T901 ...
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What the Black Hawk Pilots Could See, Just Before the Crash
Black Hawk helicopters often fly these routes as a pair, doubling the number of eyes scanning the sky for a safe passage. But that night, there was only one. Its two pilots worked together to ...
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Black Hawk Vs. Apache: What's The Difference Between These Military Helicopters?
The AH-64 Apache is one of the most dangerous helicopters across the world. Then there's the UH-60 Black Hawk. While not nearly as lethal as the Apache due to it fulfilling more of a support role ...
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Blackhawk helicopter was flying too high but it had complex conditions: New revelations
The investigation into the fatal DC plane crash has not yet blamed the Army Blackhawk helicopter but confirmed that it was flying higher than what was permitted. According to experts, 200 feet was ...
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After DC midair collision, get an inside look at Black Hawk pilot training
THIS IS WHERE THEY MAINTAIN MORE THAN 40 HELICOPTERS TO MAKE SURE THEY’RE READY TO FLY. THIS IS A BLACKHAWK HELICOPTER AND WE GOT TO LOOK AT IT UP CLOSE. AND AN ARMY AVIATION EXPERT TALKED TO US ...
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FAA was left rudderless after former chief quit post 10 days before DC plane, helicopter crash
Elon Musk pushed Federal Aviation Administration Chief Michael Whitaker from his post just 10 days before the deadly plane ...
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American Airlines flight collides with helicopter
A search and rescue boat operates along the Potomac River near the site of the crash after American Eagle flight 5342 ...