Report: Pilot of Black Hawk in Fatal Collision Failed to Heed Instructions
Army helicopter pilot involved in a deadly January crash may not have changed course as directed.
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Legislators Question Alleged Counter-Drone System Misuse Near D.C.
‘Inability to coordinate effectively’ between federal departments involved faces scrutiny.
FAA Boosts Support for Controllers at Reagan National Airport
Regulator plans to review staffing levels and arrival rates and will offer confidential support for stress.
FAA Announces ADS-B Out Requirement for Reagan Airport
Acting administrator Chris Rocheleau describes the measure during a Senate hearing on the NTSB’s preliminary report on January’s fatal midair collision.
Cruz Reveals Cause of False Traffic Alerts
Texas senator says slew of false TCAS alerts near Reagan National was caused by government testing.
FAA Bars ‘Nonessential’ Helicopters at Reagan Airport, Deploys AI for More Analysis
Agency follows NTSB guidance and heavily limits rotorcraft operations.
Elon Musk’s Plans to ‘Plug In’ to ATC System Trigger Backlash
A team of men between the ages of 19 and 24 may make unspecified changes to the nation’s air traffic control system with President Donald Trump’s support.
NTSB: Black Hawk Involved in D.C. Midair May Have Been Flying Too High
Control tower data shows the U.S. Army helicopter was flying at an altitude around 300 feet despite restrictions limiting it to no higher than 200 feet.
FAA: D.C. Airport at 89 Percent of ATC Staffing Target
Agency says airport that was site of fatal midair collision has 25 certified controllers and three controllers in training.
ATC Communications Between Jet, Army Black Hawk Face Scrutiny in D.C. Midair
Accident raises questions about what role radio frequencies may have played in pilot awareness of other aircraft.
