WATCH LIVE: NTSB hearing on midair collision near Washington, DC continues for third day
Summary
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is holding a hearing about a midair collision between an Army helicopter and a commercial jet near Washington, D.C., which resulted in 67 deaths. This is the third and final day of public testimony focusing on factors contributing to the crash. A final report on the incident will be available next year.Key Facts
- The collision involved an Army helicopter and a commercial jet in January.
- All 67 people on board the two aircraft died in the incident.
- The NTSB hearing is highlighting concerns about safety and previous warnings ignored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- The Black Hawk helicopter was flying at unsafe levels near Ronald Reagan National Airport.
- Military and civilian pilots have expressed concerns about the safety of military helicopters in the area.
- Testimony revealed difficulties pilots face identifying other aircraft at night, especially with certain systems turned off.
- The final NTSB report is expected next year, and the exact cause of the crash remains unidentified.
- The incident is part of a series of crashes and near misses this year that have raised worries about air travel safety.
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