A midair collision between an American Airlines regional flight and a U.S. Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., caused both aircraft to crash into the Potomac River yesterday evening.

The plane, carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, was nearing Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when the tragedy occurred. Among the victims was the wife of Hamad Raza, who received her final text moments before the crash, stating they were landing soon. Authorities are investigating the incident, which has left families and the community in mourning.