American Airlines CEO Robert Isom made the following statement after Secretary Duffy’s press conference:

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 4:00 p.m.

“The entire American Airlines family continues to mourn the lives lost in the tragic accident involving Flight 5342. I am grateful to President Trump and Secretary Duffy for the FAA’s quick action immediately following the accident to temporarily suspend helicopter traffic around DCA, and for their commitment now to adopt NTSB’s urgent safety recommendations regarding the suspension of helicopter traffic around the airport. I also commend President Trump, Secretary Duffy and the FAA’s continued efforts to supercharge staffing and invest in a modern, state-of-the-art air traffic control system. We will continue to work with the Trump Administration and Congress to make our aviation system even safer.”

NTSB releases preliminary report on aircraft collision involving Flight 5342

Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 2:00 p.m.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary report into the aircraft collision involving Flight 5342. This report is an accounting of facts and does not contain any analysis or determination of probable cause into the accident. The NTSB’s investigation continues, with a public Board meeting likely in the coming months, followed by the Board’s final report.

"We continue to mourn the lives lost in the tragic accident involving Flight 5342. We’re grateful for the National Transportation Safety Board’s urgent safety recommendations to restrict helicopter traffic near DCA and for its thorough investigation. We will continue to coordinate closely with PSA Airlines as it cooperates as an investigative party member."

CEO Robert Isom statement on the Trump Administration action on aviation safety

Friday, January 31, 2025, 2:45 p.m.

American Airlines CEO Robert Isom issued the following statement surrounding changes to flight activity at DCA: “We are all hurting as we continue to grieve the loss of our passengers and team members. I thank President Trump for his leadership on aviation safety. I applaud him, Secretary Duffy and the Administration for taking quick and decisive action today to restrict helicopter activity around DCA. In the days ahead, we will work tirelessly with the Administration and leaders in Congress to make our aviation system even safer, including by increasing investments in infrastructure, technology and personnel.”

CEO Robert Isom shares update on Flight 5342

Thursday, January 30, 2025, 4:00 p.m.

CEO Robert Isom provides the latest information on American’s response to the tragic accident involving Flight 5342.

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American Airlines CEO statement regarding Flight 5342

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 10:55 p.m.

CEO Robert Isom provided an update on Flight 5342 before departing to Washington, D.C.

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Information regarding American Eagle Flight 5342

Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 10:00 p.m.

American Eagle Flight 5342 en route from Wichita, Kansas (ICT), to Washington, D.C. (DCA) was involved in an accident at DCA. The flight was operated by PSA Airlines with a CRJ-700.

There were 60 passengers and four crew members on board the aircraft.

Our concern is for the passengers and crew on board the aircraft. We are in contact with authorities and assisting with emergency response efforts.

If you believe you may have loved ones on board Flight 5342, call American Airlines toll-free at 800-679-8215. Those calling from outside the U.S. can visit news.aa.com for additional phone numbers. Family members in Canada, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands can call 800-679-8215 directly.

American Airlines will continue to release information as it becomes available. Please monitor news.aa.com and American’s official X account @AmericanAir for the latest information.