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US air safety in the spotlight after 2 deadly plane crashes
Aviation is in the spotlight after two deadly crashes involving airplanes in Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia, in a matter of days. NBC’s Tom Costello reports for TODAY on the investigations as ...NBC News - 8h -
NTSB: Helicopter flew higher than allowed before deadly D.C. plane crash
The National Transportation Safety Board said in a briefing Saturday evening that the U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter that collided with an American Airlines passenger jet flew higher than FAA ...NBC News - 2d -
NTSB shares more information about the deadly Philadelphia plane crash
The National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy and senior investigator Ralph Hicks gave a news conference on Saturday about the medical plane that crashed in Philadelphia, killing ...CBS News - 2d -
Sunday shows preview: Deadly plane crashes rattle nation; Trump tariff threats set to become reality
This week the nation mourned the deadly plane crash near Reagan National Airport followed by a fatal Philadelphia flight, while leaders debated over the accidents' causes and rapid response ...The Hill - 3d -
On the ground in Philadelphia after plane crash
A small plane crashed in Northeast Philadelphia with 6 people onboard on Friday evening. CBS News Philadelphia's Josh Sanders and Kerri Corrado report on the ground.CBS News - 3d -
WATCH: DC plane crash: A timeline of the deadly helicopter collision
Sixty-seven are presumed dead in the incident where a Black Hawk helicopter collided with an American Airlines jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Virginia.ABC News - 3d -
NTSB says black boxes from plane and helicopter recovered after deadly crash | Special Report
The National Transportation Safety Board's Todd Inman gave an update on the D.C. plane crash on Friday. He said investigators have all 3 of the black boxes, or data recorders, from the American ...CBS News - 3d -
Heavy air traffic over DC under scrutiny after deadly crash
The deadly crash this week between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and a passenger jet that killed 67 has raised questions about the increasingly congested air traffic in the Washington region, as a ...The Hill - 3d -
Clues From D.C. Plane Crash Suggest Multiple Failures in Aviation Safety
Clues emerging from the moments before an Army helicopter collided with a passenger jet suggest breakdowns in the system meant to help aircraft land safely at the busy Reagan National Airport.The New York Times - 4d -
Former acting FAA administrator discusses deadly plane crash near Reagan National Airport
Billy Nolen, a former acting FAA administrator during the Biden administration, speaks about the midair collision that happened Wednesday night near Washington, D.C., and aviation safety.CBS News - 4d -
Air traffic control union president on plane crash
Nick Daniels, the president of the National Air Traffic Controllers' Association, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the deadly midair collision over Washington D.C.'s Potomac River.CBS News - 4d -
Air traffic control staffing in spotlight in wake of DC plane crash
Todd Inman, member of the National Transportation Safety Board, joins TODAY with the latest details into the investigation of the deadly plane collision in Washington, D.C. and addresses air ...NBC News - 4d -
The Papers: Trump's diversity 'blame' after air crash and 'shoplifting nation'
The Washington air collision and record high of shoplifting in the UK feature on Friday's papers.BBC News - 4d -
Extended interview: Sen. Tammy Duckworth shares insights on deadly D.C. plane crash
Sen. Tammy Duckworth talks to CBS News' Nikole Killion about the investigation into the midair collision of a Black Hawk helicopter and American Airlines flight on Wednesday night. The Illinois ...CBS News - 4d -
2 plane black boxes recovered from crash site, evaluations underway
Investigators recovered two black boxes, or data recording devices, on Thursday after a military helicopter collided with an American Airlines commercial plane midair. CBS News reporter Erica Brown ...CBS News - 4d -
Where U.S. aviation safety stands after midair crash
Given the congestion in the skies on a daily basis, U.S. aviation has a remarkable safety record. However, Wednesday's midair collision between a passenger jet and an Army helicopter outside ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump blames Democrats, DEI for deadly plane crash without evidence
President Trump said the midair collision over the Potomac River was a dark night in our nation's history during a press conference Thursday before shifting blame without evidence to Democrats as ...CBS News - 4d -
Latest on investigation into deadly D.C. plane crash
A military helicopter on a routine training exercise collided midair with a passenger jet when approaching Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport late Wednesday night. CBS News' Skyler Henry ...CBS News - 4d -
D.C. plane crash revives concerns about aviation safety and air traffic controller shortage
The crash between an American Airlines jet and Army helicopter has revived concerns about aviation safety and a shortage of air traffic controllers, given recent near misses at airports.NBC News - 4d -
Trump appoints new FAA administrator after vacancy during deadly plane crash
President Trump appointed Christopher Rocheleau, a 22-year FAA veteran, as acting administrator of the agency.CBS News - 4d -
Staffing Was ‘Not Normal’ at Air Traffic Tower During Plane Crash
The report, reviewed by The New York Times, said that one controller was communicating with both helicopters and planes. Those jobs are typically assigned to two people, not one.The New York Times - 5d -
No survivors after D.C. plane crash, officials believe
Officials are conducting a recovery mission in the Potomac River after a passenger jet collided with an Army Black Hawk helicopter. At least 20 bodies have been recovered. CBS News' Skyler Henry ...CBS News - 5d -
Trump speaks about deadly midair D.C. plane crash, slams DEI and Biden | Special Report
President Trump spoke Thursday about the deadly midair plane crash above Washington, D.C., Wednesday night. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.CBS News - 5d -
'A mistake was made': Secy. Hegseth addresses deadly D.C. plane crash
Defense Secy. Pete Hegseth spoke about the deadly crash between a commercial airline and an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., expressing condolences to the families of those who lost their ...NBC News - 5d -
Trump rails against DEI after deadly D.C. plane crash
Following the deadly midair collision between an American Airlines jet and a military helicopter, President Donald Trump put the blame on Federal Aviation Administration's diversity, equity and ...NBC News - 5d -
'We are in mourning': Trump delivers statement on deadly D.C. plane crash
President Trump delivered a statement on the deadly plane crash near Washington, D.C., calling it a "dark and excruciating night in our nation's capital." The president said the federal government ...NBC News - 5d -
Deadly plane crash in D.C.'s Potomac River after midair collision with helicopter
Search efforts continue after an American Airlines plane from Wichita, with 64 people on board, collided with an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., and crashed into the Potomac River.CBS News - 5d -
Former National Air Traffic Controllers' Association president on midair plane crash
In the final moments before the collision near D.C., air traffic control recordings show the controller on duty asking the helicopter if it could see the airliner. Paul Rinaldi, former president of ...CBS News - 5d -
What we know about the Army helicopter involved in deadly midair D.C. plane crash
CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from the Pentagon on the early details about the Army Black Hawk helicopter that collided in midair with a passenger plane ...CBS News - 5d -
WATCH: Eyewitness describes seeing deadly mid-air plane collision over DC
Ari Schulman says he was driving down the George Washington National Parkway when he witnessed American Airlines flight 5342 collide mid-air with the Army Black Hawk helicopter.ABC News - 5d -
Air traffic controller audio sheds light on DC plane-helicopter crash
Former pilot Anthony C. Roman and former NTSB and FAA investigator Jeff Guzzetti join TODAY to share their insight into the American Eagle passenger plane and Army helicopter collision in ...NBC News - 5d -
Colombian air force planes sent to fetch deportees from US
The planes' arrival paves the way for the US to lift visa restrictions imposed after a spat with Colombia.BBC News - Jan. 28 -
Jeju Air Crash Probe Focuses On Engine Damage After Bird Strike
Pilots’ actions after that strike are an early focus of the investigation, according to people familiar with the probe.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 26 -
South Korea Tells Budget Airlines to Tighten Safety After Crash
Following the deadly Jeju Air accident, the government ordered low cost carriers to reduce flight times, boost pilot training and expand maintenance crews.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
South Korea to Overhaul Runway Structures After Jeju Air Crash
The nation’s transport ministry reviewed structures near airport runways after the deadly crash of a Jeju Air flight late last month.The New York Times - Jan. 14 -
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Long Before Jeju Air Crash, South Korea Rose to Be a Model of Safety
After overcoming pariah status at the end of the last century, South Korea must learn what caused the catastrophe on Dec. 29 and what lessons to draw from it.The New York Times - Jan. 6
