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NTSB Identifies Systemic Failures in Jan. 29, 2025 Potomac Midair Collision Between Regional Jet and Army UH-60L

The NTSB has released its probable-cause determination for the Jan. 29, 2025 midair collision over the Potomac, concluding that deep, systemic failures contributed to the collision between a regional jet and a U.S. Army UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter. The report details operational and oversight breakdowns that informed those conclusions.

2026-01-31T16:33:34.598438-08:00

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NTSB to Release Findings on Reagan National Midair Collision; Report Could Spur Policy Reforms

2026-01-31T14:54:09.811080-08:00

Politico

FAA funding lapse forces partial agency shutdown, disrupts U.S. air travel

2026-01-31T09:09:34.857651-08:00

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Flight attendant sues Airbus alleging chronic illness from A320 APU fume exposure

2026-01-31T09:17:15.560067-08:00

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NTSB Identifies Systemic Failures in Jan. 29, 2025 Potomac Midair Collision Between Regional Jet and Army UH-60L The NTSB has released its probable-cause determination for the Jan. 29, 2025 midair collision over the Potomac, concluding that deep, systemic failures contributed to the collision between a regional jet and a U.S. Army UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter. The report details operational and oversight breakdowns that informed those conclusions.

2026-01-31T16:33:34.598438-08:00

NTSB Identifies Systemic Failures in Jan. 29, 2025 Potomac Midair Collision Between Regional Jet and Army UH-60L

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NTSB to Release Findings on Reagan National Midair Collision; Report Could Spur Policy Reforms The NTSB will publish findings this week into last year’s deadly crash near Reagan National Airport, identifying probable causes and safety gaps. The board’s determinations could trigger a wave of regulatory and procedural changes affecting military and civilian operations in the Washington, D.C., metro airspace.

2026-01-31T14:54:09.811080-08:00

NTSB to Release Findings on Reagan National Midair Collision; Report Could Spur Policy Reforms

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Flight attendant sues Airbus alleging chronic illness from A320 APU fume exposure A flight attendant has sued Airbus, alleging chronic illness from exposure to toxic fumes originating in the APU of an A320. The complaint accuses the manufacturer of creating hazardous cabin contamination and raises fresh legal pressure over recurring fume incidents affecting crew health.

2026-01-31T09:17:15.560067-08:00

Flight attendant sues Airbus alleging chronic illness from A320 APU fume exposure

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FAA funding lapse forces partial agency shutdown, disrupts U.S. air travel A lapse in FAA funding that began early Saturday forced a partial agency shutdown and prompted widespread disruption across U.S. air travel. The stoppage follows a similar period of airport chaos last fall, underscoring recurring operational risks tied to federal budget impasses.

2026-01-31T09:09:34.857651-08:00

FAA funding lapse forces partial agency shutdown, disrupts U.S. air travel

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Echodyne metamaterial radars deployed by ESA to close critical drone-detection gaps The European Space Agency has deployed Echodyne's metamaterial radars to close critical drone-detection gaps. The solid-state sensors, with no moving parts, low weight and low power requirements, offer a compact, lower-maintenance option to fill surveillance blind spots and reduce sustainment burdens.

2026-01-30T19:13:38.784665-08:00

Echodyne metamaterial radars deployed by ESA to close critical drone-detection gaps

FlightGlobal

Probe cites instrument failures and crew qualification lapses in fatal Cessna 550 Citation II crash near Statesville, N.C. NTSB investigators say instrument failures and possible engine anomalies were found in the Cessna 550 Citation II that crashed at Statesville, N.C., on 18 December after an attempted return to the airport. The preliminary probe also flags crew qualification lapses as a contributing factor.

2026-01-30T14:29:42.625483-08:00

Probe cites instrument failures and crew qualification lapses in fatal Cessna 550 Citation II crash near Statesville, N.C.

DefenseNews.com

USAF pushes to upgrade bomber communications after 'Midnight Hammer' lapses Lt. Gen. Jason Armagost told the Mitchell Institute the Air Force will accelerate upgrades to secure, survivable communications for bomber operations after communications lapses during Operation 'Midnight Hammer'. The effort focuses on improving tactical airborne links and command-and-control in contested environments.

2026-01-30T13:03:57.219930-08:00

USAF pushes to upgrade bomber communications after 'Midnight Hammer' lapses

Flying Magazine

FAA issues moving drone no‑fly zones around DHS mobile assets, including ICE In January the FAA published a temporary flight restriction creating moving no‑fly zones around DHS “mobile assets” and personnel, explicitly covering Immigration and Customs Enforcement vehicles and convoys; the advisory has prompted civil‑liberties and operational concerns for small unmanned aircraft operators.

2026-01-30T12:13:54.427843-08:00

FAA issues moving drone no‑fly zones around DHS mobile assets, including ICE

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NTSB Identifies Systemic Failures in Jan. 29, 2025 Potomac Midair Collision Between Regional Jet and Army UH-60L

NTSB to Release Findings on Reagan National Midair Collision; Report Could Spur Policy Reforms

FAA funding lapse forces partial agency shutdown, disrupts U.S. air travel

Flight attendant sues Airbus alleging chronic illness from A320 APU fume exposure

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