Second day of probe into deadly midair collision of military helicopter, passenger aircraft commences.
The National Transportation Safety Board continues its public hearings this week regarding the tragic midair collision in January between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and a passenger plane, resulting in the loss of all 67 lives onboard. Investigators discussed potential contributing factors and revealed previous warnings to the FAA about helicopter traffic over the Potomac River. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined, and the final report is not expected until next year. There is growing concern over the close margin of error for helicopters flying similar routes, especially given a series of incidents this year, despite flying being statistically the safest mode of transportation. The hearings reviewed discrepancies in altimeter readings and highlighted concerns over airspace management near Reagan airport. The investigation revealed communication challenges among air traffic controllers and aircraft. The FAA's history of overlooking near misses and the Army's operational practices around the nation's capital were also scrutinized during the proceedings.
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