A movie jet plane crashed into the Potomac River in Washington DC on Friday night, causing the death of two people and injuring five others. The plane, a Cessna Citationjet, was being used in the filming of a movie when it suddenly crashed into the water near the Pentagon, according to reports. Rescue teams were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the victims.
The cause of the crash is not yet known, and an investigation is currently underway. Witnesses reported hearing a loud noise and seeing a bright flash before the plane went down. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also assisting in the investigation, and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate the cause of the crash.
The two people who were killed were identified as the pilot and co-pilot, who were both experienced and highly qualified. The other five people on board the aircraft were all crew members. All of them were taken to hospitals in the area for treatment.
Eyewitness Accounts of the Crash
Eyewitnesses reported seeing the plane flying erratically just moments before it crashed. One witness reported seeing the aircraft “bouncing up and down” before it suddenly started to lose altitude and dive into the river. Others reported seeing a loud noise and a bright flash right before it impacted the water.
The crash occurred in an area of the river that is heavily trafficked by boats, so there were a number of boats in the area at the time of the crash. Several of the boats were able to reach the scene quickly, and the crews helped rescue the survivors from the water.
Movie Production Halted
The movie production was immediately halted after the crash, and all filming was suspended. The movie, which is being produced by a local production company, has not yet been identified.
The Potomac River is a popular spot for movie and television productions, and a number of movies and TV shows have been filmed in the area over the years. This is the first time, however, that a production has been involved in a fatal accident.
Potomac River Closed to Traffic
The crash has prompted the National Park Service to close the Potomac River to all boat traffic until the investigation is complete. The river will remain closed until further notice.
The crash has also prompted the FAA to launch an investigation into the safety of movie production aircraft. The agency has expressed concern about the use of such aircraft in densely populated areas, and is likely to issue new regulations governing the use of such aircraft in the future.
Conclusion
The cause of the crash remains unknown at this time, but an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause. The Potomac River has been closed to boat traffic until further notice, and the FAA is likely to issue new regulations governing the use of movie production aircraft in the future. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the two people who were killed in this tragedy.