DC plane crash victims file federal lawsuit, sue FAA, Army, American Airlines
The lawsuit claims the airlines, the FAA and the Army's negligence led to a "predictable" and "preventable" crash.
New NTSB report reveals details of near-miss at Reagan National Airport
A new preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) details a close call between a U.S. military helicopter and a plane near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last May.
NTSB hearings on DCA crash investigation enter final day
Friday was the final day of the National Transportation Safety Board's (NTSB) three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January.
NTSB hearings on DCA plane crash enters day 2 with bombshell revelations and intense questioning
Tuesday was day two of a three-day hearing on the deadly plane crash at Reagan Airport that took the lives of 67 people in January.
New audio, video from DCA plane crash released during NTSB hearing
The NTSB released new audio and surveillance video on Wednesday at the start of three days of investigative hearings into the midair collision at Reagan National Airport.
DC plane crash: Ted Cruz, Sean Duffy call for aviation safety reform after deadly collision
It's been six months since 67 people were killed in a midair collision over the Potomac River, and now lawmakers say they are taking steps to make the skies safer as the investigation into the crash continues.
FAA budgets $12.5 billion to upgrade air traffic control systems
Six months after a deadly mid-air collision at Reagan National Airport, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says $12.5 billion in funding has been secured to begin modernizing the nation’s aging and understaffed air traffic control system.
Families of DC plane crash victims call on Army for accountability and safety reform
Families of victims killed in a deadly midair collision over Washington, D.C. in January are urging U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll to show accountability and improve communication as the investigation continues.
AI used to analyze air traffic risks nationwide following deadly Reagan Airport crash, Duffy says
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told FOX 5 that officials are using artificial intelligence to detect and address air traffic risks across the country, similar to those identified at Washington’s Ronald Reagan National Airport following January’s deadly midair collision.
Black Hawk pilot failed to heed flight instructor before DCA plane crash: report
The pilot of the Army Black Hawk helicopter that crashed into a passenger airplane near Reagan Airport in January ignored instructions to change course before the crash, according to a new report.
Trans pilot falsely blamed in DCA plane crash files defamation lawsuit against influencer
A transgender woman was falsely identified as the pilot flying the Black Hawk helicopter that collided with an American Airlines plane on January 29. Now, she's suing the right-wing influencer over social media posts that named her.
First responders who helped after DC plane crash honored at recognition ceremony
First responders who were called to help in the midst of the deadly midair collision over the Potomac River were recognized and honored on Wednesday for their efforts.
DCA plane crash: investigators push for stricter helicopter rules
Federal investigators probing the deadly January crash between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter over the Potomac River are calling for a ban on certain helicopter flights, saying the current rules are too dangerous.
FAA revising air traffic control tower staffing rules at DCA: report
The rules inside the control tower at Reagan National Airport are getting stricter, according to a new report. It comes after the deadly mid-air collision in January that killed 67 people.
‘Legacy on Ice’ honors victims of DCA plane crash with emotional tribute
One month after 67 lives were lost in a midair collision over the Potomac River, figure skating legends and the D.C. community came together at Capital One Arena for a powerful tribute: "Legacy on Ice."
Legacy on Ice to honor DC plane crash victims
Legacy on Ice, a live figure-skating tribute, will be honoring the D.C. plane crash victims this weekend at Capital One Arena.
American Airlines jet aborts landing at DCA to avoid runway collision
An American Airlines jet aborted a landing at Reagan National Airport in Washington, D.C., to avoid a collision with another plane on Tuesday morning, aviation officials said.
Family of DCA plane crash victim files $250M claim against US Army, FAA
The family of a victim in last month's fatal midair crash over the Potomac River has filed a $250 million claim against the U.S. Army and the Federal Aviation Administration, alleging negligence and failures that contributed to the tragedy.
DC plane crash pilot's grieving father calls out government on air regulations
The grieving father of the 28-year-old American Airlines pilot is calling for stricter regulations in the wake of the devastating midair collision near Washington, D.C.
US figure skaters, local skaters collab for benefit to honor DCA crash victims and heroes
The March 2nd "Legacy on Ice" event is expected to be an emotional one.