In a developing story, an airplane has reportedly crashed at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) in Arlington, Virginia, causing significant disruptions to air travel in the region. As of now, all takeoffs and landings have been grounded following the incident, which occurred on January 29, 2025, at approximately 3:00 PM EST.
Emergency services are currently on the scene, and first responders are working diligently to assess the situation and provide assistance. Preliminary reports indicate that the aircraft was a regional jet, but details regarding the flight number, destination, and number of passengers on board have not yet been confirmed.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a statement acknowledging the crash and advising travelers to check with their airlines for updates on flight statuses. Travelers are urged to avoid the airport area as emergency operations continue. For real-time updates on flight cancellations and delays, passengers can visit the official Ronald Reagan Airport website.
Witnesses at the airport reported hearing a loud noise just before the crash, leading to immediate concerns among passengers and airport staff. “It was chaotic. People were running and trying to find out what happened,” said one traveler who was waiting for a flight at the time of the incident.
Air traffic in the Washington, D.C. area is heavily impacted, with the airport being a major hub for both domestic and international flights. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will likely conduct an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, which may take several weeks to complete.
As more information becomes available, updates will be provided to keep the public informed. For further details, you can follow updates from reliable news sources such as The New York Times and The Washington Post.