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I am sure by now all of you have heard the news of the tragedy that has occurred in DC. My husband was one of the pilots in the Blackhawk. We ask that you pray for our family and friends and for all the other families that are suffering today. We ask for peace while we grieve. Please refrain for negative comments on social media as these families children do not need to suffer more pain."
Carrie Eaves, the deceased's wife, said in a Thursday Facebook post
My heart is heavy as I watch the 1st responders working on the Potomac while waiting for my flight back home. Please continue praying for the family of MS native, Officer Andrew Eaves, and the rest of the grieving families who lost loved ones in the accident at Reagan National."
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson wrote in an X post FridayIt’s with great sadness that we relay the loss of a great diver and friend yesterday during the tragic American Airlines flight in Washington,
a Facebook post from Spruce Creek Scuba reads
He called the waitress and said, 'Ma'am, I think there's something wrong with THIS,
Marana said as he reminisced about Campos15 years since the last major US air carrier loss, and of course the Captain had to be someone you knew,
Marana's post readsFlight AA5342 will not be used for any future American Airlines flights,
the airlines said in a statement FridayOur deepest condolences go out to Jonathan’s family, friends, and all those who lost their lives or were impacted by this devastating tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time."
The post continuesEmbry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Captain Jonathan Campos,
the statement readsOur thoughts are with his family and the families and loved ones of all impacted by this tragic accident.”
His alma mater issued a statement on his death, saying
It was a gut punch. It was a gut punch this morning when I saw that.”
When Erwin heard the news, he saidWe are in complete shock,
Mr Campos said upon learning of his family’s lossHe loved traveling and he loved flying
she told the outletWings of freedom has a whole new meaning now. We love you.”
She addedThis is undoubtedly the worst day of my life,
he told FOX 5 Atlanta
Our focus is now on providing support and care to the families of the Brothers as we continue to gather more information in the coming days,
the Union said,It is so devastating to lose someone that is loved so much,
Timothy Lilley saidMy brother was a wonderful, wonderful man. He loved life. He loved traveling. He loved his job. He loved his family. And he will be sorely missed,
Bloom saidHe made friends everywhere he went. He used to talk about the people he met on the plane as if they were all new friends,
Bloom saidShe went out of her way for everybody,
Raza saidFrom what I can see, those guys turned right into the jet. I think the PSA jet was doing everything right,
Lilley told Fox 5 Atlanta