NTSB hearings discuss fatal mid-air collision near Reagan National.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) began a series of hearings in Washington on Wednesday, investigating the tragic midair collision that occurred near Washington Reagan National Airport in January, resulting in the deaths of 67 individuals. This incident marked the nation's deadliest plane crash in over 20 years. During the hearings, NTSB members delved into detailed technical questions, particularly focusing on the military helicopter involved in the collision. They sought to understand specific aspects such as the placement of flight instruments within the helicopter, such as altimeters. This inquiry comes after the discovery of 85 near misses around Washington Reagan National Airport, illustrating concerns about military helicopters operating in crowded airspace with critical equipment turned off. NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy addressed the victims' families present at the hearing, expressing gratitude for their advocacy in promoting safety reforms in the wake of the tragedy. The investigation into the collision remains ongoing, with the NTSB scheduled to conclude their hearings on Friday.
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