King Charles breaks silence over DC plane crash
King Charles shares heartfelt message about the devastating accident that killed 67 people

King Charles III recently broke silence on the recent American Airlines plane crash over Washington, DC.
The British monarch, while penning a heartfelt note on Instagram Story, paid tribute to the victims and their loved ones.
"My family and I have been profoundly shocked and saddened by the dreadful news of the tragic air accident in Washington, DC, which has led to such a devastating loss of life," the British monarch stated on Saturday, February 2.

He went on to say, “Our hearts, and our special thoughts, are with the people of the United States and our deepest possible sympathy goes to the families and loved ones of all the victims.”
"I would also like to pay a particular tribute to the emergency responders who acted so quickly to this horrendous event," he added.
The King, in the end of his Instagram Story, signed the note simply, "Charles R."
His heartfelt message comes after the news surfaced that a commercial flight travelling from Wichita, Kansas collided with a military helicopter and crashed into the Potomac River on January 29, 2025.
All 67 people involved in the accident died, including the flight's 60 passengers and four crew members.