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Witness Describes Plane Crash Near Reagan National Airport

A helicopter uses its searchlight as it flies above the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

An eyewitness, while driving home along the George Washington Parkway near Reagan National Airport in Washington, DC, recounted the harrowing experience of witnessing a plane crash on Wednesday evening. The witness, identified as Ari Schulman, described the events leading up to the crash in detail.

Schulman initially noticed a passenger jet approaching for landing, appearing normal at first. However, within seconds, the plane suddenly banked sharply to the right, exceeding a 90-degree angle. Schulman observed sparks emanating from the underside of the aircraft, which was illuminated in a bright yellow light. The witness noted the abnormality of the plane's banking angle and the stream of sparks, indicating a critical situation.

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