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The National | Mid-air collision disaster

Jan. 30, 2025 | Special live coverage from Washington as investigators hunt for answers in a deadly mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a U.S. military helicopter. Plus, Canada readies its tariff defences as President Trump locks in his Saturday deadline.

10:52

Investigators search for answers, victims in deadly D.C. plane crash

Investigators continue to piece together how a passenger jet and a military helicopter collided near the U.S. capital, killing everyone on board both aircraft — including prominent members of the figure skating world.

2:02

How heavy traffic, limited airspace complicate flying into Washington

Aviation experts say landing at Washington's three major airports has been challenging for decades due to a high flight volume, limited airspace and the existence of two no-fly zones.

1:56

Trump pushes ahead with 25% tariff threats

U.S. President Donald Trump says the U.S. will go ahead on its threat to impose 25 per cent tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico, saying the U.S. does not need their products. Trump also said the U.S. may target Canadian oil imports.

1:37

Minute-by-minute breakdown of the D.C. plane crash

2:58

‘It takes 100% focus:’ Pilot describes Washington airport challenges

2:00

Hamas frees 3 Israelis, 5 Thai nationals in chaotic hostage handover

24:49

At Issue | Is Canada getting through to Trump on tariffs?

2:01

Young figure skaters, top coaches killed in D.C. plane crash

6:36

Black Hawk pilot says ‘not uncommon’ for planes, helicopters to fly in close proximity

2:01

Canadian scientists worry after Trump pauses federal health spending

46:00

The National | Plane crash near Washington

0:27

'Our hearts are heavy:' Wichita mayor says no plane crash survivors

5:06

Passenger jet collides with helicopter near Washington

3:42

Pilot describes crowded skies where plane, helicopter collided near Washington

0:44

Potomac River was brutally cold when plane, helicopter collided

25:58

U.S. officials provide update on plane crash near Washington

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