DOT 18-09
Friday, February 13, 2009
Contact: Bill Adams
Tel.: (202) 366-4570

Statement of U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Following the Crash of Continental Flight 3407

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of those lost in Flight 3407.  I echo the sentiments of President Obama in extending thanks to the first responders on the scene, and pledge the resources and talents of the Department to aide in the recovery. My wife Kathy and I extend our deepest sympathies to those touched by this terrible tragedy.”