Families of Flight 5342 Crash Victims Plan DC Announcement
Families of passengers killed in the January 29 mid-air collision involving American Eagle Flight 5342 will hold a press conference Tuesday afternoon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The event, scheduled for 2 p.m., will feature relatives of several victims, including 40-year-old Casey Grafton, who was aboard the commuter flight when it collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near Reagan National Airport. The tragedy claimed 67 lives.
Attorneys representing the families are expected to join the announcement, signaling a coordinated effort to address ongoing concerns about the circumstances of the crash and next steps for legal or policy action. The families have been vocal about demanding transparency and accountability since the collision, which shocked the region and raised new questions about airspace safety over the nation’s capital.
The press conference follows NTSB hearings in July that examined the Army helicopter’s operations and potential air traffic control shortcomings. Those hearings explored factors ranging from flight paths and communications to coordination between military and civilian aviation authorities.
Relatives say Tuesday’s announcement will mark a significant moment in their pursuit of answers and reforms. While details of what they will unveil have not been disclosed, the presence of legal counsel suggests potential litigation, new evidence, or renewed calls for regulatory changes. The case has already drawn widespread public interest as one of the deadliest U.S. aviation accidents in recent years, highlighting the risks of complex airspace shared by civilian and military aircraft.
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