Danica Patrick leads the tributes as sports stars 'pray' for victims of 'tragic' plane crash in Washington DC
Danica Patrick leads the tributes as sports stars 'pray' for victims of 'tragic' plane crash in Washington DC
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IndyCar legend Danica Patrick has led the tributes from the sports world after the tragic mid-air collision between a regional airplane and a Black Hawk helicopter occurred last Wednesday night in Washington DC. The passenger plane carrying 64 people which crashed into the Potomac River has reportedly been 'split in half' from the collision.
![[Flight 5342, which originated in Wichita, Kansas, was landing when it collided with the chopper]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/30/05/94666301-14340983-Flight_5342_which_originated_in_Wichita_Kansas_was_landing_at_Ro-a-18_1738213222118.jpg)
Emergency crews and divers from across the nation rushed to Washington DC and are desperately trying to search the frigid waters for survivors. Flight 5342, which originated in Wichita, Kansas, was landing at Ronald Reagan International Airport in Washington DC when it collided with the Sikorksy H-60 Black Hawk helicopter just before 9pm.
![[Emergency crews are searching for survivors in the Potomac River following the tragedy]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2025/01/30/06/94669331-14340983-image-a-3_1738219908454.jpg)
'I am in DC and just left the @MAHAalliance party and heard about the plane crash here. So unbelievable and so sad. Prayers for those families affected,' Patrick said. 'Prayers up for everyone involved in the plane crash at DCA,' former Washington Commanders quarterback Robert Griffin III said.
IndyCar legend Danica Patrick has led the tributes from the sports world after the tragic crash. Flight 5342, which originated in Wichita, Kansas, was landing when it collided with the chopper. Emergency crews are searching for survivors in the Potomac River following the tragedy.
'Our thoughts are with those on board the American Airlines flight from Wichita to DC tonight, as well as the crew of the helicopter involved in this tragic collision. We extend our deepest support to their families, loved ones, and everyone affected,' the official account of Wichita State athletics posted.
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