Deadly Crash Focuses Attention on Helicopter Traffic at Reagan Airport
The F.A.A. restricted helicopter routes nearby in the aftermath of the Wednesday collision. For some officials, the concerns about clogged airspace were a long time coming.
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Reagan Airport Had a Number of Close Calls in Recent Years
Internal government reports and public databases highlight several instances in which planes narrowly escaped collisions with each other or helicopters.
F.A.A. Restricts Helicopter Flights in Reagan National Airspace
The agency’s decision, made shortly after Wednesday’s deadly collision, was framed by the transportation secretary as an important step toward enhancing safety.
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What to Know About Collision Avoidance Systems on Planes
Commercial planes have technology that helps prevent crashes — but it has limitations, which was highlighted by the accident in Washington.