Control tower was understaffed during the Washington mid-air collision: Report
Thursday, 30 January 2025 () A preliminary FAA safety report reveals that the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport was understaffed during the fatal collision between a passenger aircraft and an army helicopter. One controller was handling multiple duties typically managed by two, leading to concerns over safety management and staffing levels at the time of the incident.
A tragic mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., claimed 19 lives when an American Airlines regional jet with 64 people on board crashed into a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter. The collision occurred near Ronald Reagan National Airport, forcing authorities to suspend all flights. Rescue teams are...
Thursday, 30 January 2025 ()
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