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Reuters

Investigation Hindered by Fuel in Air Busan Fire Incident

A substantial quantity of jet fuel and oxygen remaining on the Air Busan aircraft is delaying the investigation into the fire incident at a South Korean airport, as reported by an air crash investigation official. Ensuring safety while handling the hazardous materials is a top priority.

2025-01-30T20:12:19.287369-08:00

Wall Street Journal

Chris Rocheleau Named Acting FAA Administrator After Fatal Collision

2025-01-30T08:50:01.381416-08:00

Wall Street Journal

Two Chinese Nationals Among Victims in DC Aircraft Collision

2025-01-30T18:50:07.803663-08:00

Breaking Defense

Pentagon Suspends Flights After Black Hawk Collision with CRJ700

2025-01-30T08:21:33.912920-08:00

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Reuters

Senator urges review of military helicopter flights post-DC collision Following a deadly midair collision in Washington, the Senate Commerce Committee's top Democrat calls for a reassessment of military helicopter operations near congested airports. The incident, which resulted in 67 fatalities, underlines potential aviation safety risks that need addressing.

2025-01-30T20:50:01.611231-08:00

Senator urges review of military helicopter flights post-DC collision

Reuters

Investigation Hindered by Fuel in Air Busan Fire Incident A substantial quantity of jet fuel and oxygen remaining on the Air Busan aircraft is delaying the investigation into the fire incident at a South Korean airport, as reported by an air crash investigation official. Ensuring safety while handling the hazardous materials is a top priority.

2025-01-30T20:12:19.287369-08:00

Investigation Hindered by Fuel in Air Busan Fire Incident

Wall Street Journal

Two Chinese Nationals Among Victims in DC Aircraft Collision The Chinese Embassy confirms that two Chinese citizens were killed in a mid-air collision involving a passenger plane and a helicopter near Reagan National Airport. The incident highlights potential areas of concern for aviation safety and cross-national diplomatic engagement.

2025-01-30T18:50:07.803663-08:00

Two Chinese Nationals Among Victims in DC Aircraft Collision

Wall Street Journal

Limited Cockpit Tech Implicated in Washington Crash A recent investigation revealed that technological limitations in cockpit systems were unable to prevent a crash in Washington. The aircraft was flying too low for the systems to generate necessary voice commands, highlighting a critical area for improvement in aviation safety.

2025-01-30T14:28:05.466389-08:00

Limited Cockpit Tech Implicated in Washington Crash

Associated Press

Ajar Door Linked to Kit Plane Crash in California Killing 2 An investigation reveals that a partially open door on a homebuilt aircraft may have contributed to the crash in Southern California earlier this month, resulting in two fatalities and 19 injuries. The incident highlights potential safety concerns associated with kit planes.

2025-01-30T14:16:50.750224-08:00

Ajar Door Linked to Kit Plane Crash in California Killing 2

Wall Street Journal

NTSB Recovers Flight Data Recorders from DC Midair Collision The NTSB has successfully retrieved and sent flight data and cockpit voice recorders for assessment following the deadly midair collision over Washington, D.C. Efforts are ongoing to recover the bodies of the 67 passengers. The investigation remains a priority for aviation safety authorities.

2025-01-30T13:42:06.494254-08:00

NTSB Recovers Flight Data Recorders from DC Midair Collision

Vertical Mag

AIA Issues Statement on Aircraft Collision in Washington, D.C. Aerospace Industries Association CEO Eric Fanning has commented on the fatal collision of two aircraft in Washington, emphasizing the association's commitment to enhancing aviation safety protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future.

2025-01-30T12:42:01.602673-08:00

AIA Issues Statement on Aircraft Collision in Washington, D.C.

New York Times

FAA Report: 'Not Normal' Staffing at Reagan National During Midair Collision An FAA report disclosed that staffing at Reagan National Airport's control tower was 'not normal' during a recent deadly collision. One controller managed multiple roles typically handled by two individuals, potentially contributing to the incident's occurrence.

2025-01-30T12:37:33.328915-08:00

FAA Report: 'Not Normal' Staffing at Reagan National During Midair Collision

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