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NTSB Aims To Determine Cause Of Plane-Helicopter Collision

A helicopter uses its searchlight as it flies above the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is actively investigating the recent plane-helicopter collision with the goal of issuing a preliminary report on the cause within 30 days. NTSB member Todd Inman emphasized the agency's commitment to thorough investigation, stating that the investigative team will remain on the scene for as long as necessary to gather all perishable evidence and conduct comprehensive fact-finding.

Inman highlighted the NTSB's mission, which goes beyond determining what happened to understanding why it happened. The ultimate aim is to identify the probable cause of the collision and make recommendations for preventive measures to avoid similar incidents in the future.

Investigative team committed to thorough fact-finding on scene.
NTSB investigating plane-helicopter collision for cause within 30 days.
NTSB's mission includes understanding why incidents occur, not just what happened.

The final report will be released once the NTSB has completed all necessary fact-finding and investigation. Inman's assurance underscores the NTSB's dedication to a meticulous and comprehensive review process to ensure that all aspects of the incident are thoroughly examined.

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