On Saturday, April 7, 2012, this statement was posted by Virginia Beach Mayor Will Sessoms:
“This is truly a Good Friday Miracle – it still appears there have been no casualties from yesterday’s crash. Again, I thank – from the bottom of my heart – all first-responders and everyone that lent a hand to get the situation under control as soon as possible, and to make sure the area was secure and safe. Blessings go out to you and your families, to the pilots and their families, and all military people who face danger every day to protect not only this great city of ours, but this great country.”