Published
January 30, 2025
Updated
July 26, 2026
Wrongful-death litigation arising from the Flight 5342 collision is pending. No class settlement or class claims process has been announced.
Current Status
Wrongful-death litigation arising from the Flight 5342 collision is pending. No class settlement or class claims process has been announced.StatusLitigation PendingSee the current-status update above.
Claim DeadlineNo class claim deadlineThe claims or election period is closed unless stated otherwise.
Settlement FundNo class settlementDeductions and allocation terms apply.
Potential BenefitNo class benefits availableEligibility and allocation rules apply.
What Happened?
American Airlines Flight 5342, operated by PSA Airlines, collided with a U.S. Army helicopter near Reagan National Airport on January 29, 2025. Families later filed individual civil claims and lawsuits. The airlines have disputed allegations that they caused or contributed to the collision.Who Was Covered?
There is no certified settlement class. The pending matters involve individual families and other parties asserting claims arising from the collision.What Benefits Were Available?
No class-action settlement benefits are available. The NTSB issued its final accident report in February 2026, but that safety investigation does not create a consumer claims fund.How Claims Were Filed
There is no class claim form or class filing deadline. Individual legal deadlines may differ and are not described by this page.Official information is available at NTSB Investigation DCA25MA108.
Important Dates
• Accident date: January 29, 2025• NTSB final report: February 2026
• Class claim deadline: None
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Notice, administration, legal fees, expenses, benefit payments, and other court-approved deductions are governed by the settlement documents and orders. These amounts can affect individual benefits.Case Information
Flight 5342 related civil litigation, Case No. Multiple individual matters, in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and other courts.Official Website: NTSB Investigation DCA25MA108
Sources
• Official settlement, court, or agency information: NTSB Investigation DCA25MA108For more class actions keep scrolling below.
Settlement Fund
No class settlement
Case Title
Flight 5342 related civil litigation
Case Number
Multiple individual matters
Court
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia and other courts
Claim Deadline
No class claim deadline
Status
Litigation Pending
Official Website
NTSB Investigation DCA25MA108
