The tragic plane crash in Washington, D.C., involving a passenger plane and a military helicopter, has shaken the entire nation.
The U.S. Figure Skating Association confirmed that skaters, officials, and their family members were on board the flight.
Among those reportedly involved, according to the Russian news agency Tass, were former world champions Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov.
No survivors in tragic the collision
Authorities have stated that no survivors are expected after a tragic midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter near D.C.’s Reagan National Airport.
