NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) - Several flights at the Norfolk International Airport (ORF) were canceled Thursday morning after an American Airlines flight and U.S. Army Black Hawk Helicopter collided mid-air near Reagan Washington National Airport.

Passenger jet with 64 aboard collides with Army helicopter while landing at Reagan Airport near DC

According to ORF's website, two departure flights to Washington D.C. have been canceled and two arrival flights to Washington D.C. have been canceled as a result of the crash. Officials with the Reagan Washington National Airport said they plan to reopen around 11 a.m.

In addition to the flight cancelations, ORF canceled their ribbon cutting for the return of its moving walkways, which was scheduled to take place Thursday morning.

Here locally, at Norfolk International Airport, one traveler spoke to 10 On Your Side. Ronnie Oliver traveling out of Suffolk said he had to pause when he saw the news.

"Well it was horrible, you couldn't help -- but your heart goes out to the families and everything," said Oliver. "You heard and of course I was traveling this morning, so you pay a little more attention to it than you normally do, it's not the way it should be, but that's how it is. It's horrible and I listened to a little bit of the clips this morning. And it sounded like its pretty complicated."

During a press briefing early Thursday morning, officials stated they do not expect any survivors after the crash. As of 8 a.m., 27 bodies have been recovered from the plane and one body from the helicopter.

President Donald Trump spoke at a new conference at 11 a.m. on the incident. Trump said that the investigation is underway and that the two aircraft should've never been at the same elevation.

During the conference, Trump began with a moment of silence for the victims. Shortly thereafter, he came up with a series of potential causes for the crash, including coming down on former President Joe Biden's policies, the air traffic controllers, the helicopter pilot and what he called "DEI hires."

The claim was focus point of many follow up questions, but wasn't backed up by hard evidence. Trump cited "common sense" as reasoning for his conclusion. The president assured the public that they should not be fearful of traveling.

See the full press conference below:

Senator Mark Warner spoke during the briefing, giving his condolences to the victims and thanks to first responders.

"For folks who don't live in the DMV, we are made up of a lot of jurisdictions," Warner said. "Reagan airport is in Virginia, across the river we have Maryland, and obviously the District. But as has been indicated by the chief, when tragedy happens, all those distinctions between the various jurisdictions and our federal partners, all disappear."

A portion of the briefing can be viewed below:

The plane, which departed from Kansas, was said to be carrying 60 passengers and four crew members. Three military members were onboard the helicopter, according to officials. The crash occurred just before 9 p.m. on Wednesday.

What to know about the collision between a passenger jet and Army helicopter near DC

Gov. Glenn Youngkin posted to X, formerly known as Twitter, late Wednesday night, saying that first responders from across northern Virginia, D.C. and Maryland are working together to assist with the search and rescue efforts.

I have been briefed by our Emergency Management team and Virginia State Police about the tragic crash at Reagan National Airport tonight. Extensive resources are fully supporting the search and rescue efforts. First responders from across Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland mobilized quickly. I ask everyone to pray for the passengers, crews, their families, and brave first responders.

Gov. Glenn Youngkin

Rep. Bobby Scott also responded to the tragic collision, saying he is thankful for our first responders on the scene.

"I'm closely monitoring the situation at DCA that occurred this evening involving a collision between a passenger airplane and a military helicopter," Scott said. "I'm thankful for our first responders on the scene. My thoughts and prayers are with all those involved in this horrible tragedy."

Sen. Louise Lucas and Rep. Jen Kiggans have also posted their condolences as well as gratitude to the first responders who were on the scene.

Multiple fatalities have been reported as a result of the collision, but it is currently unclear just how many victims there are as rescue efforts continued into early Thursday morning.

"Over the course of the night, and we hope to have more news as it develops, but for right now, it's a very difficult situation out there with the cold," Jack Potter, president of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority said. "It's very dark, but there are numerous boats out there. There are dive teams out there."

In 1982, an Air Florida flight also crashed into the Potomac, ultimately killing 70 passengers and four crew members.

10 On Your Side's Andy Fox will be in DC and are expected to give updates on the incident throughout the day.

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Eight people were injured as the result of a nine-vehicle crash at the intersection of Princess Anne Road and Lynnhaven Parkway Wednesday afternoon, officials said.

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital received eight patients from the crash, with four listed as trauma patients. Sentara, in a statement, said care is ongoing and "most are expected to be treated and released from the emergency department."

Princess Anne Rd multi-vehicle crash (WAVY photo)

The multi-vehicle crash, which happened just before 12:30 p.m. at the intersection of Princess Anne Road and Lynnhaven Parkway, caused parts of Princess Anne Road to close Wednesday afternoon, with a 10 On Your Side crew at the scene reporting nine cars to be involved, with eight taken to the hospital.

According to officials, all lanes of Princess Anne Road from Salem Road to South Independence Boulevard were closed due to the crash. Ferrell Parkway from Pleasant Valley Road to Salem Road was also shut down.

The crash remains under investigation.

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — One person is in custody after a man was stabbed to death Tuesday afternoon on Graylyn Drive in Virginia Beach, police said.

Virginia Beach Police said they are investigating a fatal stabbing in the 1300 block of Graylyn Drive, near Pleasant Valley Road and Salem High School. Police said the incident occurred around 4:15 p.m.

Police said 38-year-old Daniel Van Dyke was arrested at the scene in connection to the stabbing death of 58-year-old Roy Stackhouse.

Van Dyke has been charged with first-degree murder and stabbing during the commission of a felony.

Police said there is not believed to be an outstanding threat to the community at this time.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The two parents accused in the death of their 9-day-old daughter had their charges certified to a grand jury on Wednesday.

NPD: 9-day-old infant death a homicide, parents charged

Hilary D. Johnson and Z'ibreyea S. Parker were charged with second-degree murder and child abuse in May 2024 in connection with the death of their infant, I’ijayah Johnson. Police said the investigation began at the Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters with a child protection call.

Court documents revealed that when the infant was brought to the hospital, she was cold to the touch and showed signs of abuse, including lacerations, burns to the feet, bruises and signs of shaken baby syndrome. I’ijayah was later pronounced dead by medical staff. 

Court documents reveal extent of injuries to murdered 9-day-old

During Wednesday’s court hearing, a CHKD nurse testified that Johnson and Parker walked into the hospital with a covered stroller. The pair claimed the infant had only been unresponsive for “a few hours.” The nurse also said the couple was acting weird and seemed as if they were not taking the situation seriously.

She also testified that the parents initially could not get the date of birth and spelling of their baby’s name correct.

‘I told them I fear for her life’: Grandfather of murdered infant says he warned hospital staff

The detective in the case told the court that the parents were living in a tent near Brambleton Avenue and Interstate 264 when the child was born.  

He recounted that Johnson told him, when interviewed, that he had gotten home from work and taken the baby out for a walk in the stroller. She was unsecured, and it overturned, sending her tumbling. That, according to the couple, was how she got hurt.

The parents said they treated the infant’s wounds with witch hazel, peroxide and gauze. 

The following day, on May 4, after noting that the infant was unresponsive, the couple took I’ijayah to CHKD via the light rail.

Z’ibreyea’s attorney tried to get her murder charged dismissed, saying that she was not present for the stroller incident. Ultimately, however, all of the charges were certified.  

Hilary and Z’ibreyea’s next court appearance will be in Circuit Court. The date has yet to be determined.  

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