China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has demanded a full investigation after a passenger jet and a US Army helicopter collided on Wednesday night in Washington killing 67 people, including two Chinese nationals.
In a statement on Friday, the ministry expressed its “deepest condolences to all the victims and sympathies to the bereaved families”. “Two Chinese citizens were unfortunately among the 67 victims of the tragic plane crash at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29,” the statement said.
The ministry requested that US authorities verify the information, officially notify the Chinese side and assist the victims’ families in managing the aftermath.
China’s US embassy said in statement that it would “provide consular protection and assistance within the scope of its responsibilities”.
Authorities said there were no survivors.
American Airlines Flight 5342, from Wichita, Kansas was carrying 60 passengers and four crew members, while the Black Hawk helicopter was transporting three military personnel.
