1982 Press Photo rescue operations for victims of Air Florida jet that crashed

General view of rescue operations for victims of Air Florida jet that crashed here in Washington D.C. Barges and Coast Guard launches are on the scene to recover any other bodies they might see. Authorities say it could possibley be weeks before the huge jet is finally lifted up on barges by cranes. More than 70 people are still in the fusalage of the plane which has sunk in 30-feet of water.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 1-14-1982.

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