A mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., involving an American Airlines flight and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, has sparked widespread speculation. Search-and-rescue efforts in the Potomac River are ongoing, with officials confirming no expected survivors. Former President Donald Trump’s comments have fuelled conspiracy theories, while officials stress the need for verified information. The Pentagon has launched an investigation, and questions remain over the air traffic control instructions issued before the crash.