FAA says Trump arch will not interfere with D.C. airport flight path
Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has determined that President Trump’s planned 260-foot triumphal arch near Arlington Cemetery will not interfere with flights at Washington Reagan National Airport. The FAA requires being notified 10 days before construction starts and may need to review any changes to the arch's height or design.Key Facts
- The arch is planned to be built next to Arlington Cemetery, near the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
- The FAA found no significant impact on flight operations or navigation tools at Reagan National Airport.
- Obstruction lights will be required on the arch to alert pilots.
- Democratic lawmakers expressed concerns about safety and airspace complexity near the airport.
- A deadly plane crash occurred near this airspace in January 2025, raising safety sensitivity.
- The FAA completed a feasibility review after the arch was found to be taller than the usual 200-foot limit near airports.
- Construction is expected to start soon, with initial excavation already announced.
- Any changes to the arch’s height or structure must be approved by the FAA again.
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