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NTSB chair presses Congress over stalled KDCA midair safety legislation

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NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy voiced concern about inaction on legislation addressing midair-collision risks at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, speaking at the Air Line Pilots Association’s Air Safety Forum. Her comments add pressure for action on safety measures following the airport’s recent collision concerns.

Discovered 2026-09-15T10:50:38.692016-07:00 | 2026-09-15T10:50:38.692016-07:00

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  • The NTSB chair’s public warning underscores continuing concern over unresolved midair-collision risks at KDCA and the status of proposed safety legislation.
  • The issue directly involves airport and airspace procedures, making congressional action relevant to operators, pilots, regulators and air traffic-management stakeholders.

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