Travel plans for passengers heading to and from Orlando to Washington, D.C., were thrown into disarray following a catastrophic mid-air collision involving an American Airlines passenger jet and a military helicopter. As reported by WFTV, the incident led to an immediate ground stop, with flights being canceled overnight and continued disruptions expected. The news alerted travelers to verify their flight statuses before heading to the airport, a precaution that still stands as the recovery operation unfolds…