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Went to Lynda's parents house in Dong Nai yesterday. About 25 family members there to celebrate the first day of a Tet. Here are some pictures and pictures of handing out the Li Xi envelopes. Ate food, drank beer. Had fun...
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Good morning everyone. Got my truck back last night. Will milk it until the 10th.

Terrible news with plane crash in DC
 
I have been texting with a friend of mine that I grew up with since I was 4... He's a pilot and found some information on the crash last night when I told him about it...

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  • An American Airlines flight and a military helicopter collided and crashed Wednesday night into the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport.
  • The airliner had 64 people aboard. The helicopter had three people aboard.
  • More than 30 bodies have been recovered, two sources said. A frantic search to find crash victims in the river is underway.
  • There is a massive emergency response unfolding, with fireboats in the water and the Metropolitan Police Department and fire departments from across the area responding.
  • An FAA statement says: "A PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet collided in midair with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter while on approach to Runway 33 at Reagan Washington National Airport around 9 p.m. local [Eastern] time. PSA was operating Flight 5342 as American Airlines. It departed from Wichita, Kansas."
  • Reagan National Airport is expected to remain closed through at least 11 a.m. Thursday, officials said.

Another report:

A large-scale search is underway after a midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet carrying 64 people and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter with three soldiers on board near Reagan National Airport, just outside Washington, DC, officials said.

American Airlines Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines, was traveling from Wichita, Kansas, to Reagan National Airport Wednesday night.

Here’s what we know:

Collision on final approach: The crash occurred as Flight 5342 prepared for landing. The Black Hawk helicopter was on a training flight at the time of the incident, an official told CNN. Video of the incident shows a massive fireball erupting upon impact, and the two aircraft crashed into the Potomac River. Audio between the helicopter and air traffic control reveals communications were relayed seconds before the crash.

Deaths confirmed as rescue efforts continue: Fatalities have been confirmed, and rescuers have yet to find any survivors in the river, a law enforcement source said. The passenger jet is reportedly in pieces in the water, with the helicopter nearby. Conditions on the river have been described by officials as cold, windy and difficult.

Airport closure: Reagan National Airport is closed until at least 11 a.m. ET Thursday, officials said. A law enforcement source described the atmosphere as a “really somber mood, even at the rescue scene.” At the airport, family members of likely victims have gathered in an airport lounge as officials work to provide updates. Another news conference from authorities is expected at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Figure skating world shaken by tragedy: Several members of the figure skating community were passengers on the jet, US Figure Skating confirmed in a statement to CNN. Two world-champion Russian figure skaters were aboard the passenger plane, according to Russian state news agency TASS. A vigil in Wichita is planned for noon CT.
 
I heard control tower and helicopter were on two different channels. Control tower asked chopper if he could see the approaching plane and got no answer. Sad.
 
I heard control tower and helicopter were on two different channels. Control tower asked chopper if he could see the approaching plane and got no answer. Sad.
A few minutes before landing, air traffic controllers asked the arriving commercial jet if it could land on the shorter Runway 33 at Reagan National and the pilots said they were able. Controllers then cleared the plane to land on Runway 33. Flight tracking sites showed the plane adjusting its approach to the new runway.

In audio from the air traffic control tower around the time of the crash, a controller is heard asking the helicopter, "PAT25 do you have the CRJ in sight," in reference to the passenger aircraft.

Fox News has learned that the helicopter did respond, but on a different frequency, a frequency for helicopters.
 
A few minutes before landing, air traffic controllers asked the arriving commercial jet if it could land on the shorter Runway 33 at Reagan National and the pilots said they were able. Controllers then cleared the plane to land on Runway 33. Flight tracking sites showed the plane adjusting its approach to the new runway.

In audio from the air traffic control tower around the time of the crash, a controller is heard asking the helicopter, "PAT25 do you have the CRJ in sight," in reference to the passenger aircraft.

Fox News has learned that the helicopter did respond, but on a different frequency, a frequency for helicopters.
I had heard they responded as well, that they did have visual. Makes me wonder, if indeed in visual contact, then what happened? Shouldn't the helicopter be more than agile to avoid a plane it is watching out for?
 
I had heard they responded as well, that they did have visual. Makes me wonder, if indeed in visual contact, then what happened? Shouldn't the helicopter be more than agile to avoid a plane it is watching out for?
I'm sure speculation is ranging from pilot error to terrorism, terrible
 
Morning all agree sad news. I sat up and watched it for a couple hours tragic all the way around. Not much going on here the weather is nicer and the snow and ice is melting. I go out each day chip and shovel the ice off the driveway and patio. We have rain tonight so that should help with the melt. Cheryl has been in KC with her mom since Sunday. She had a mild heart attack and spent a few days in the hospital. She's back home and not much they can do for her she's 89 years old and on her glide path out. Home health care starts Monday which will give Cheryl a needed break. She has spent weeks at a time there in the last six months, but it is what it is. Have a great day!!
 
I had heard they responded as well, that they did have visual. Makes me wonder, if indeed in visual contact, then what happened? Shouldn't the helicopter be more than agile to avoid a plane it is watching out for?
Both aircraft have radar and collision avoidance warnings that should of been going off plus the tower were talking to the helicopter the minute before asking if they saw the plane. You're right the helicopter is capable of making quick turns and go up or down quickly. The regional jet on approach no like a floating rock.
 
Morning all agree sad news. I sat up and watched it for a couple hours tragic all the way around. Not much going on here the weather is nicer and the snow and ice is melting. I go out each day chip and shovel the ice off the driveway and patio. We have rain tonight so that should help with the melt. Cheryl has been in KC with her mom since Sunday. She had a mild heart attack and spent a few days in the hospital. She's back home and not much they can do for her she's 89 years old and on her glide path out. Home health care starts Monday which will give Cheryl a needed break. She has spent weeks at a time there in the last six months, but it is what it is. Have a great day!!
Glad Cheryl is getting a rest, hope her Mom feels better
 
Morning all agree sad news. I sat up and watched it for a couple hours tragic all the way around. Not much going on here the weather is nicer and the snow and ice is melting. I go out each day chip and shovel the ice off the driveway and patio. We have rain tonight so that should help with the melt. Cheryl has been in KC with her mom since Sunday. She had a mild heart attack and spent a few days in the hospital. She's back home and not much they can do for her she's 89 years old and on her glide path out. Home health care starts Monday which will give Cheryl a needed break. She has spent weeks at a time there in the last six months, but it is what it is. Have a great day!!
So sorry to hear Craig. At 89 she has lived a full life and making them comfortable until it's their time to go is so important. She won't go alone. Cheryl will be by her side which is comforting.
 
Morning all agree sad news. I sat up and watched it for a couple hours tragic all the way around. Not much going on here the weather is nicer and the snow and ice is melting. I go out each day chip and shovel the ice off the driveway and patio. We have rain tonight so that should help with the melt. Cheryl has been in KC with her mom since Sunday. She had a mild heart attack and spent a few days in the hospital. She's back home and not much they can do for her she's 89 years old and on her glide path out. Home health care starts Monday which will give Cheryl a needed break. She has spent weeks at a time there in the last six months, but it is what it is. Have a great day!!
That is sad for Cheryl's mom. Thoughts go out to you guys.
 
I have been texting with a friend of mine that I grew up with since I was 4... He's a pilot and found some information on the crash last night when I told him about it...

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Another thing as far as the transponder, if it's a real mission not having IFF is a down gripe and if it's not no Mode 4 is an A/C down gripe, wonder what was going on with that
 
Heading out to work, have to go pick up parts at Redmond (crystal palace lol). Hope there's not too many A holes on the road. Have a Great Day All!
 
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