Deadly American Airlines-helicopter collision highlights concerns with crowded U.S. airspace
Publishing timestamp: 2025-01-30 16:39:44
Summary
A deadly plane crash between a passenger jet and a military helicopter near Washington, D.C. has raised concerns over congested U.S. airspace. The incident has highlighted the need for modernization of air traffic control and alleviating congestion in busy air corridors. Airlines have been pushing for improvements for years, but the cause of the crash is still under investigation. Despite recent close calls, the last major fatal commercial airplane crash in the U.S. was in 2009. Southwest Airlines CEO emphasized that the system is safe but in need of modernization.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/01/30/american-airlines-plane-crash-military-helicopter-airspace.html