Flights Canceled, Delayed at LAX Following Deadly Crash in DC
Airlines Take Precautions as Investigation Continues
Flights out of Los Angeles International Airport have been canceled or delayed on Thursday due to the deadly crash between an American Airlines plane and military helicopter in Washington, D.C.
Impacted Flights
There have been four flights out of LAX either delayed or canceled Thursday.
Details of the Crash
The mid-air collision of a Black Hawk Army helicopter and American Airlines passenger jet happened around 9 p.m. Eastern time Wednesday outside of Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. There were more than 60 people on the passenger jet and three military members in the helicopter.
Passenger Information
The flight originated from Wichita, Kansas. All the passengers on the plane are reportedly dead.
Several of the passengers on the plane are reported to be figure skaters and families of the National Development Camp. They were in Wichita for the U.S. Figure Skating Championship.
Airport Closures and Disruptions
The crash prompted the closure of Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night. It reopened at 11 a.m. Eastern time Thursday.
All arriving and departing flights in between were either diverted to nearby airports, delayed or canceled.
Conclusion
The crash and subsequent disruptions at Reagan National Airport have had a ripple effect on flights across the country, including those out of LAX. As the investigation continues, it is unclear how long the cancellations and delays will last.
FAQs
Q: How many flights out of LAX have been affected?
A: Four flights have been delayed or canceled.
Q: What caused the crash?
A: The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Q: Are there any reports of injuries or fatalities?
A: All the passengers on the plane are reportedly dead. The three military members in the helicopter are also presumed dead.
Q: Will the airport reopen soon?
A: Reagan National Airport reopened at 11 a.m. Eastern time Thursday, but the cancellations and delays may continue for some time as the investigation continues.
