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NTSB says FAA responses leave critical Washington crash risks unresolved as families press Congress for reforms

Families of the 67 people killed in the Washington, D.C., midair collision are urging Congress to mandate safety equipment and other reforms. NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy said one-third of the FAA’s responses to post-crash recommendations remain unacceptable, underscoring continuing disagreement over how to address identified risks.

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

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The NTSB says 33% of the FAA’s responses to safety recommendations still fail to address critical risks, indicating that post-accident corrective action remains incomplete.
Families and lawmakers are pressing for mandated safety equipment that the NTSB said would have prevented the crash, putting congressional action and regulatory timelines under scrutiny.
The dispute highlights the operational importance of resolving identified airspace and collision-risk issues before another accident occurs.

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