American Airlines CEO headed to DC
American Airlines CEO Robert Isom released a video statement about the crash of Flight 5342 over the Potomac River on Wednesday night as it approached Reagan National Airport.
"First and most importantly I'd like to express our deep sorrow about these events," Isom said.

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He said the airline is fully cooperating with the National Transportation Safety Board and working with federal, state and local authorities on the response to the crash. The airline is sending a "go team" to D.C. and Isom said he will join them shortly.
"We want to learn everything we can about today's events," Isom said. "That work will take time."