FAA Added More Flights to Reagan Airport Despite Collision Warnings
Before the additional flights were approved, a senator warned that the increase could heighten the risk of collisions.
Ronald Reagan Washington ‘one of the most demanding airports’ for pilots, who face ‘helicopter alley’
DCA is one of the most demanding airports in the world. It also has what’s known as ‘helicopter alley’ with hundreds of ...
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Boats return to the Potomac River for DC plane crash recovery and investigation
Police boats combed the banks of the Potomac River on Friday, slowly scanning the shoreline under rainy skies as investigators sought clues into the midair collision that killed 67 people and raised ...
American Airlines Plane Crashes into Potomac River After Black Hawk Helicopter Collision: Recap
An American Airlines flight crashed into a U.S. Army Black Hawk Helicopter over the Potomac River as it approached Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
FAA embroiled in lawsuit alleging it turned away 1,000 applicants based on race — that contributed to staffing woes
Complaints about the FAA’s hiring policies resurfaced after the American Airlines passenger plane and a Black Hawk helicopter crashed in Washington, DC.
Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving government
The union for air traffic controllers recommended to its members that they not accept Tuesday’s offer, because the FAA had ...
5 key issues to watch as investigators probe DC air catastrophe
Airspace congestion, controller fatigue and more. Here’s what to know as federal officials descend on the Potomac River.
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Trump faults DEI hiring while discussing Washington plane crash
Hours after a plane crashed over the Potomac River a few miles from the White House, President Donald Trump held a press ...