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Lawmakers urge FAA to address safety issues at Washington airport after incidents
Three senior Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday urged the Federal Aviation Administration to address significant safety issues ...
FAA finds safety concerns at Las Vegas airport in review spurred by midair collision in Washington
A federal review of helicopter safety around some of the busiest U.S. airports has revealed dangerous flying conditions at ...
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4/24/1966: The Jet-Age Arrives at Washington National
DALLAS — Today, in 1966, the first scheduled jet services began at Washington’s National Airport (DCA). The honor of ...
Too often helicopters got dangerously close to passenger planes in Las Vegas, FAA says
The Federal Aviation Administration says analysis in the wake of January’s crash between an Army helicopter and a passenger ...
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Legislators Question Alleged Counter-Drone System Misuse Near D.C.
Legislators are asking questions after alleged misuse of counter-unmanned aircraft systems by the Secret Service disrupted ...
Worries about flying seem to be taking off. Here’s how to cope with in-flight anxiety
The evidence is anecdotal, but psychologists and flight attendants say they are seeing and hearing increased worries about ...
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Lawmakers Call FAA to Action Over Ongoing DCA Safety Concerns
Legislators are calling for the Federal Aviation Administration to address "considerable concerns" over aircraft operation ...
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FAA Takes Action to Prevent Helicopter Incidents Near Las Vegas Airport
The FAA is addressing helicopter and passenger plane collisions at Las Vegas airports to enhance air safety and compliance.