Air traffic control towers at the airport captured audio of a Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet and a helicopter crashing into a river. The immediate aftermath was captured on the recording, with a pilot asking if the tower saw the crash. The controllers confirm seeing it and instruct aircraft in the area to hold their positions as they shut down the airfield.
Controllers quickly redirect other aircraft in the region to different airports such as Dulles and Baltimore. They also ask other aircraft for help with the search-and-rescue operation, requesting any onboard search lights. The controllers inform a pilot on the ground that they may not be able to resume operations soon, eventually sending the pilot back to the gate as they prepare to close the airport.
The recording shows the urgency and coordination of air traffic controllers in responding to the crash, taking immediate action to ensure the safety of other aircraft in the area. Their quick decision-making and communication with pilots demonstrate their commitment to managing the situation effectively. The audio provides a glimpse into the chaos and rapid response required in such emergency situations in the aviation industry.
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