This young man had no idea that night would be his last day on earth. None of these people did. It’s my opinion that military helicopters have no business anywhere near commercial airports. What an absolute nightmare and tragedy for all the young lives lost.
Its probably more important for some people that the female helicopterpilot is an lesbian and have escorted Ralph Lauren in the White House rather then she have enough flight hours... Bizarre!! Sweden for TRUMP!!💪🇸🇪🇺🇸🇸🇪🇺🇸🇸🇪
When I heard the recording of the last communication from the pilot of the airplane, I thought, "He sounds so young." I don't know if that was your son's voice or not. But, I think so. I've flown on AA/PSA and always like to see the faces of my pilots. Thank you for sharing Sam's life with us. Mr. Lilley, I am rejoicing that your son knew Jesus Christ and He will live forever in Heaven with the Lord. Praying that the peace of God that passes all understanding will keep you, your family, his fiancee and heal you. My deepest heartfelt condolences to all those involved in this horrific tragedy.
Mr. Lilly touched my heart like no other. Beautiful Father lost his likeness in his beloved son. He deserves truth and hopes we never see this accident happen again.
Heart breaking.... My condolences to this brave man and all the families of the victims. I can not believe this father is able to tell his story like that..... wow... Chris I appreciate your genuine and emotional response.. And you are right.. I wish more people would handle it like you do.. For the victims and not FOR the sensation or clicks or views.
So sad I hope the family’s get the respect and privacy they so much deserve and need at this time. That was a beautiful interview a compassion that you showed even offering your phone number. That was something my prayers go out to the families and friends. They are gone, but not forgotten.
Man, I had tears when I listened this veteran father described his son and how he has raised money for good causes as a teenager. I hope the father and the rest of the family stay strong and cherish his good memories. We are proud of them for raising a great son ❤
I couldn’t see how anything but a wonderful young man could come from this father. As a mother, I just can’t imagine. I have to mention the way this interview was conducted also… your compassion was felt through the screen, Chris. Man of integrity you are. God Bless
There are no words for your loss but know that there are so many of us who don’t know exactly what your individual pain feels like but they have deep pain from similar situations, too. We suffer with you. I’m sorry for your loss of your beloved son.
New found respect for you Como, good job! Never pictured myself saying that but here we are! Prayers and condolences to everyone affected by this terrible tragedy!
I still can't past the fact that the student black hawk pilot, with only 500 hours, was allowed to fly around a busy commercial airport at night. This is INEXCUSABLE.
With respect to both father and interviewer and the humanity shown, thank you so much for your respectful interview and the offer to help if any other reporting problem arises.
Amen! I love this father and how he has peace knowing his son is with Jesus! You know the pilot was raised right and it’s sad his life was cut short. Prayers for this family and every family involved!
1/31/25: GRATEFUL, you did this Interview with Airline Pilot, SAM'S-DAD🙏 A Blackhawk pilot for 20 yrs, such a GREAT-GOOD FAMILY..... Patty Sue, Maryland
I simply wouldn't be able to conduct an interview like this if I'd just lost my son...I know people deal with grief in different ways...but I couldn't do this..
I'm so sorry for your loss sir. Your son seemed to be a great human being, and you must have felt so proud that he followed in your footsteps. God speed, and God bless.😔
Regan airport has experienced some near misses in the past. Near misses are warnings that must be heeded and corrected. A terrible tragedy condolences to all involved.
Composure and as a pilot you have to maintain emotions. I’m sure once he disconnects from us he’ll release on his own time. Dad’s heart will be heavy for quite some time 🙏🙏🙏🙏. Dad is right - time time time and even that may not be enough
Sounds like the type of guy that you'd want to fly with. The aviation community is a relatively small one so I hope dad reaches out to us to help him through it. Sad week for all involved.
Sending prayers & love from Ireland ☘️ to dad, mom, fiancée, family, and all affected by this tragedy. "I am the Resurrection and the life" 🙏 🤲 🕊 ✝️ Aiseirí ✝️
I really hated / despised the CNN Chris Cuomo...... I am slowly becoming a big fan of Chris Cuomo 2.0. Not only this interview, which was done very well and respectfully, but also the Charlie Kirk, and Tucker Carlson video interactions with Chris I have also seen. I'm fairly certain I will never feel the same way about Lemon or Acosta tho.... 😆
I feel the same way. Mr. Cuomo's interview with the co-pilot's Dad was outstanding. He said to Dad that if anyone gives him a hard time, bothers them, or gives false testimony---call me and I will do what I can. Never saw the other side of him until this spring/summer/fall of 2024. Gaining respect for Chris.
Chris, your words about the state of our humanity are so painfully real. Thank you for doing your part to keep us all above the muck. #AlbanyAcademyalum
Why in the world would a military helicopter be training at night so close to an airport. Training should be in the morning or in a different area. Also, Reagan airport ATC way understaffed. Too many mistakes with unnessary cost of all lives.
Hi Chris it's Aaron Murphy. My deepest condolences to you and your family Mr Lilley. This will become a historic accident which will be remembered as an event that forced key changes to global aviation operations to make them even safer.
So sorry for your loss. My prayer’s are with Sam’s family, fiancé and friends at this time. I don’t think it was air traffic control or the plane it was the black hawk. They did see a different aircraft and thought it was the plane air control was referencing and it wasn’t. It is crazy the helicopter was flying by visual clues plus if they had on night vision that would’ve definitely had an effect on this accident especially if they thought the flight air traffic control had referenced was out of sight. Just a tragic event. 😮😮😮
Dad is keeping it together pretty well. RIP
Whats the other option?
Are you dense? You just agreed with the comment, without even knowing it!@@dhekwucieoejduf
I’m a retired AA FA. I’m so sorry for your devastating loss. My deepest condolence to you and your family, and his fiancé. I pray for your strength.
Having lost my young son in terrible circumstances, I feel this man’s pain😢. God bless you and your family❤
God bless you too. Hugs.
3:39 "Sam's right with Jesus." What a beautiful expression of confidence in his son living his faith from an obviously loving father.
He look like a good guy ,SORRY for your loss .
This young man had no idea that night would be his last day on earth. None of these people did. It’s my opinion that military helicopters have no business anywhere near commercial airports.
What an absolute nightmare and tragedy for all the young lives lost.
There are many helicopter stations located around Washington DC. They protect the nations capitol.
I understand the concern but that would be pretty much impossible for DC to operate without military helicopter traffic.
Makes no sense whatsoever
Its probably more important for some people that the female helicopterpilot is an lesbian and have escorted Ralph Lauren in the White House rather then she have enough flight hours... Bizarre!!
Sweden for TRUMP!!💪🇸🇪🇺🇸🇸🇪🇺🇸🇸🇪
Probably the best way to go. God speed. RIP.
When I heard the recording of the last communication from the pilot of the airplane, I thought, "He sounds so young." I don't know if that was your son's voice or not. But, I think so. I've flown on AA/PSA and always like to see the faces of my pilots. Thank you for sharing Sam's life with us. Mr. Lilley, I am rejoicing that your son knew Jesus Christ and He will live forever in Heaven with the Lord. Praying that the peace of God that passes all understanding will keep you, your family, his fiancee and heal you. My deepest heartfelt condolences to all those involved in this horrific tragedy.
It was his son that you heard
🙏🙏
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son.
Poor Father. So heartbreaking. Class compassionate interview by Chris.
Mr. Lilly touched my heart like no other. Beautiful Father lost his likeness in his beloved son. He deserves truth and hopes we never see this accident happen again.
So extremely heartbreaking 💔😢
My thoughts and prayers are with this man's family .... 🙏🏼
Thanks Dad it helps us all heal
Nice compassionate interview Chris. May God be with the hurting families and the lost souls.
Was thinking the same thing. Classy by Chris.
Heart breaking.... My condolences to this brave man and all the families of the victims.
I can not believe this father is able to tell his story like that..... wow...
Chris I appreciate your genuine and emotional response.. And you are right.. I wish more people would handle it like you do.. For the victims and not FOR the sensation or clicks or views.
To say life is unfair is a gross understatement. You can be doing everything right yet suddenly lose everything. 💔
Im impressed with this father. What a strong man of God. I am glad Sam was a believer in Jesus Christ as he's with him now.
So sad I hope the family’s get the respect and privacy they so much deserve and need at this time. That was a beautiful interview a compassion that you showed even offering your phone number. That was something my prayers go out to the families and friends. They are gone, but not forgotten.
"Sam is Right with Jesus"
Made me tear up and know that the family will have comfort in this
Man, I had tears when I listened this veteran father described his son and how he has raised money for good causes as a teenager. I hope the father and the rest of the family stay strong and cherish his good memories. We are proud of them for raising a great son ❤
Condolences to all
I couldn’t see how anything but a wonderful young man could come from this father. As a mother, I just can’t imagine. I have to mention the way this interview was conducted also… your compassion was felt through the screen, Chris. Man of integrity you are. God Bless
There are no words for your loss but know that there are so many of us who don’t know exactly what your individual pain feels like but they have deep pain from similar situations, too. We suffer with you. I’m sorry for your loss of your beloved son.
It sickens me to think that the pilots of the CRJ did nothing wrong... such a damn shame...
So sorry dad!!
New found respect for you Como, good job! Never pictured myself saying that but here we are! Prayers and condolences to everyone affected by this terrible tragedy!
I still can't past the fact that the student black hawk pilot, with only 500 hours, was allowed to fly around a busy commercial airport at night. This is INEXCUSABLE.
Good on ya Chris, thanks for getting this father’s story out there. THIS is reporting.
Praying for the families of victims. Love from Singapore.
With respect to both father and interviewer and the humanity shown, thank you so much for your respectful interview and the offer to help if any other reporting problem arises.
Praying for all the families❤
My heart just breaks 💔 so much suffering and pain in this world! I hold you all close to my heart I’m so very sorry for your loss
Amen! I love this father and how he has peace knowing his son is with Jesus! You know the pilot was raised right and it’s sad his life was cut short. Prayers for this family and every family involved!
Thank You for the respectful and compassionate interview!!! Having a "heart" is everything!
1/31/25: GRATEFUL, you did this Interview with Airline Pilot, SAM'S-DAD🙏 A Blackhawk pilot for 20 yrs, such a GREAT-GOOD FAMILY.....
Patty Sue, Maryland
Beautiful father raised beautiful young man❤️🙏🏻
I simply wouldn't be able to conduct an interview like this if I'd just lost my son...I know people deal with grief in different ways...but I couldn't do this..
God bless their souls and their loved ones.
Sending love to this man’s family. 🙏🏻😔
So sorry for your loss sir. ❤
My condolences to Sam's dad, his fiance and other family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Chris, great job here.
I'm so sorry for your loss sir. Your son seemed to be a great human being, and you must have felt so proud that he followed in your footsteps. God speed, and God bless.😔
My condolences from Germany RIP Sam
Sending hugs to hes good Dad, ❤I’m very sorry for your beautiful young man loss he is in heaven with God now 😢
My heart goes out to Sam’s family. I will definitely be in continued prayer for them.
Praying for your family and all that were lost during this horrible crash RIP
For him to gather the courage to talk at this time is not easy, God grant you strength.
To find your passion at that age, and to own it, makes this more sad. This was a horrible accident. God Bless them all
May all of them R.I.P. my most sincere condolences to all their beloved families.
Sounds like an amazing guy. 🙏🏻💔
Kindness goes a long way 🙏 🌼
Damn Sam, you probably wont see this, but know your loved by so many, your son was happy because of you...
My heart goes out to the families involved in this horrible tragedy 💔
I never did like Chris C. on CNN but this was an excellent interview, filled with respect and compassion... GJ Chris!
😢🙏🏻Praying for the family of Sam.
Regan airport has experienced some near misses in the past.
Near misses are warnings that must be heeded and corrected.
A terrible tragedy condolences to all involved.
This father is hold it together way to good id be so chocked up take me a hour to get a word out
He's probably completely disassociated from it, too much for the brain to handle...poor fella
It brings a lot of comfort to know exactly where his son is….with Jesus.
Composure and as a pilot you have to maintain emotions. I’m sure once he disconnects from us he’ll release on his own time. Dad’s heart will be heavy for quite some time 🙏🙏🙏🙏.
Dad is right - time time time and even that may not be enough
Sounds like the type of guy that you'd want to fly with. The aviation community is a relatively small one so I hope dad reaches out to us to help him through it. Sad week for all involved.
Sending prayers to this Dad who is so proud of his son ♥️🙏dear lord please comfort this man and his family everyday ♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏🙏
So very sorry 😢
My heart breaks for them. I can’t even imagine.
I lost my nephew in this plane crash 33 yrs old. They still haven’t recovered him. 😩😢 his brother and his parents WILL NEVER GET OVER THIS.
May God give you strength and may your son rest in peace.
Condolences to this guy and his family.
Thank you
I’m so sorry sir! RIP
Condolences. God bless
Horrible, horrible tragedy. Pray for peace these families.
Sir, I salute you and your son! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 From my family and for a greatful Nation, thank you! 🫡🇺🇸❤
Prayers to all individuals involved in this horrific tragedy 🙏 may Sam rest in eternal peace
He broke my heart
Sending prayers & love from Ireland ☘️ to dad, mom, fiancée, family, and all affected by this tragedy. "I am the Resurrection and the life" 🙏 🤲 🕊 ✝️ Aiseirí ✝️
I really hated / despised the CNN Chris Cuomo...... I am slowly becoming a big fan of Chris Cuomo 2.0. Not only this interview, which was done very well and respectfully, but also the Charlie Kirk, and Tucker Carlson video interactions with Chris I have also seen. I'm fairly certain I will never feel the same way about Lemon or Acosta tho.... 😆
Yeap has the feeling of actual journalism and move toward reason
I feel the same way. Mr. Cuomo's interview with the co-pilot's Dad was outstanding. He said to Dad that if anyone gives him a hard time, bothers them, or gives false testimony---call me and I will do what I can. Never saw the other side of him until this spring/summer/fall of 2024. Gaining respect for Chris.
@@bcarrbillZebras don’t change their stripes! Keep that in mind.
This was a compassionate interview. Very human.
Prayers for all the families. 🙏
So sad.Praying for your family.
heartbreaking, same age as my son
Same as my daughter, 28 years old. My heart is breaking for you. ❤
RIP Sam 🙏
Condolences to Family. Dad is a Brave man. This should never have happened. Helicopters should be nowhere near.
The military screwed up so bad
Chris, your words about the state of our humanity are so painfully real. Thank you for doing your part to keep us all above the muck. #AlbanyAcademyalum
My deepest condolences 💐 goes out to Sam, his father and the rest of his beloved ❤family. 🙏
Everyone involved in the terrible accident has a story to tell. So very sad.
Why in the world would a military helicopter be training at night so close to an airport. Training should be in the morning or in a different area. Also, Reagan airport ATC way understaffed. Too many mistakes with unnessary cost of all lives.
Good Job Chris! Prayers to the family… awful
Very touching 🙏😇
Hi Chris it's Aaron Murphy. My deepest condolences to you and your family Mr Lilley. This will become a historic accident which will be remembered as an event that forced key changes to global aviation operations to make them even safer.
God bless Sam and his family.
So sorry Dad you will ne with Sam again one day🙏💞
Condolences to all 😭 🤲 It is extremely heartbreaking for the dad 😭 I wish all families and beloved ones will find peace and healing
We will see your son in heaven! Lord help us. Please Lord provide comfort to this family.
How come no one has mentioned airplane captain Campos?
It wasn't the pilots fault in any way
Put it on the tab of DEI yet again. Soul crushing.
So sorry for your loss. My prayer’s are with Sam’s family, fiancé and friends at this time. I don’t think it was air traffic control or the plane it was the black hawk. They did see a different aircraft and thought it was the plane air control was referencing and it wasn’t. It is crazy the helicopter was flying by visual clues plus if they had on night vision that would’ve definitely had an effect on this accident especially if they thought the flight air traffic control had referenced was out of sight. Just a tragic event. 😮😮😮
Why are the training in such a congested area especially training with those night devises?
man this is brutal…
This is so sad 😞
Idiotic to have helicopters in the same proximity
Thank you Mr Cuomo did a great job to help us all heal
Strength in Christ ❤