WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Authorities are working around the clock to recover victims and notify families following the fatal collision of an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter over the Potomac River. As the investigation unfolds, more details are emerging about the lives lost in the tragedy.

Among the victims was 16-year-old Spencer Lane, one of 15 figure skaters aboard the flight. His father, Douglas Lane, described the devastating loss.

“His coaches were also on the flight with him,” Lane said. “Wonderful people, former world champions from Russia and some other skaters.”

Two Russian world champion skaters were among the 67 people killed in the crash. The U.S. figure skating community is mourning their loss, with former Olympic skater Dr. Tenley Albright expressing disbelief.

“I really can’t believe that it happened,” Albright said. “There are families too.”

Authorities have also identified American Airlines crew member Ian Epstein and three soldiers who were operating the military helicopter as among those killed.

The National Transportation Safety Board acknowledged the widespread grief, stating, “A lot of people are hurting today.”

The Trump administration has set up a family crisis center in Bethesda, Maryland, to assist those affected by the tragedy.

“It’s an unbearable sorrow,” said Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), who, along with Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) is working to provide answers for their constituents. The flight was a nonstop route from Wichita, Kansas, and its loss is being deeply felt in the close-knit community.

“All of us are going to know Kansans who’ve experienced tragedy,” Moran said. “We’ll know them personally; we’ll know their families.”

Back in Rhode Island, the Lane family is leaning on one another for support. Douglas Lane, who adopted his two sons from South Korea, said he is focusing on celebrating the journey they shared.

“I guess we just have to celebrate the journey that’s taken us here so far,” he said.

White House sources say President Trump plans to meet with victims’ families when the time is appropriate.