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FAA Investigates Collision Between Two American Airlines Jets at Reagan National

The wingtip of one plane struck another on a taxiway, with no injuries reported as both flights returned to their gates safely.

A plane carrying lawmakers was struck by another aircraft while taxiing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
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Overview

  • Two American Airlines jets collided on a taxiway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on April 10, 2025, around 12:45 PM.
  • The incident involved Flight 5490 bound for Charleston, South Carolina, and Flight 4522 heading to JFK International Airport in New York.
  • No injuries were reported, and both planes returned to their gates without disrupting airport operations, according to officials.
  • Several members of Congress, including Reps. Nick LaLota, Josh Gottheimer, and Grace Meng, were on board one of the planes and shared firsthand accounts of the collision.
  • The FAA has launched an active investigation into the incident as broader concerns about aviation safety and regulatory oversight continue to grow.