Investigators are examining flight records and air traffic control communications, revealing that the helicopter crew was using night-vision goggles, which may have limited their peripheral vision before the crash.

The FAA's acting administrator has committed to improving safety measures and will review data from other airports with significant helicopter traffic in the coming weeks.

The NTSB has indicated that it will take over a year to finalize the investigation report, despite having recovered all flight data recorders and wreckage from the Potomac River.

During a Senate hearing on March 27, 2025, Senator Ted Cruz expressed shock over the Army's continued use of helicopters without the Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) system activated, which is crucial for tracking aircraft positions.

President Donald Trump initially attributed the crash to the helicopter flying too high and later suggested systemic issues within air traffic control, although he could not provide substantial evidence to support these claims.

Lawmakers are demanding explanations from the Army regarding the operation of helicopters without the critical safety system that transmits their location, raising concerns about oversight and monitoring.

Witnesses reported seeing the aircraft in distress prior to impact, and emergency responders were activated immediately after the incident.

Family members of the victims, including those from the Skating Club of Boston, continue to seek answers and accountability, emphasizing the emotional toll of their loss.

Senator Maria Cantwell criticized the FAA for not acting on over 15,000 reports of dangerous proximity incidents from 2021 to 2024, highlighting systemic issues within the agency.

In response to the crash, the FAA has mandated that all aircraft operating in DCA class B airspace must use the ADS-B Out system to enhance safety.

A tragic midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter on January 29, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 67 people, marking the deadliest plane crash in the U.S. since 2001.

This incident has reignited concerns about aviation safety, particularly given the alarming number of 85 close calls reported at Ronald Reagan National Airport in the three years leading up to the crash.