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Less Than 10% of US Airport Towers Have Enough Air Traffic Controllers: Report

A nationwide air traffic controller shortage is raising aviation safety concerns, as a new report reveals critical understaffing at U.S. airport towers amid the deadly Washington, D.C., collision.

Latin Times

U.S. Imposes Helicopter Flight Restrictions After DC Crash

The deadly midair collision near Washington, D.C., prompted concerns over crowded airspace.

International Business Times

Overwhelmed? DC Crash Puts Spotlight On US Air Traffic Agency

Prior to this week's fatal airplane crash in Washington, the US air traffic control (ATC) system was regarded as an understaffed operation beset with old and sometimes obsolete equipment.

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Air traffic controllers were initially offered buyouts and told to consider leaving government

Just a day before a deadly midair collision at Reagan National Airport outside Washington, D

The Independent UK

Tight-Knit U.S. Figure Skating Community Deeply Shaken by Washington, D.C. Plane Crash

Former Olympian Charlie White is among those trying to process the collision that killed more than a dozen members of the American figure-skating community, while trying to help the young skaters he coaches through the loss.

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NTSB Briefing On Fatal Plane-Helicopter Collision Investigation

NTSB investigates plane collision near Washington, DC, focusing on black box data analysis and military helicopter recorder examination.

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Dozens who died over Washington shared a flight but each had their own story

Mourners are grasping to make sense of the random circumstances that put their friends and loved ones in harm's way when an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter collided over Washington, D

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Pilots have reported repeated close calls similar to fatal collision near DC airport

Airline pilots flying into Washington, D

The Independent UK

Top Republican Overseeing FAA Says DEI Didn't Have 'Anything to Do' With DC Plane Crash

The top Republican overseeing the FAA has officially stated that DEI policies did not have "anything to do" with the Washington, DC, plane crash.

Latin Times

Ex-Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot Says '3 Different Things' Went Wrong in DC Plane Collision

A former Black Hawk helicopter pilot said that "three different things" went wrong in the Washington, DC, plane crash earlier this week.

Latin Times

Washington DC Considers Changes To Military Helicopter Routes

Washington, DC discussions on potential changes to military helicopter routes following a recent collision near Reagan National Airport.

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Victims of the Washington DC plane crash – the full list so far

Victims in the crash included figure skaters, a group of friends traveling to hunt and the flight’s pilots and crew

The Guardian - US

Rats! More rodents are infesting cities as scientists say warmer temperatures mean more rat babies

A new study finds that rat infestation in many of the world’s cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington

The Independent UK

Olympic champion mourns teenage skaters killed in Washington DC crash

Olympic figure skater Scott Hamilton made an emotional appearance on TODAY as he paid tribute to the figure skaters who died in the Washington DC plane crash.

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American Airlines Changes Flight Number After Deadly Plane Collision

American Airlines changes flight number from AA5342 to AA5677 for Wichita to Washington, DC route, prioritizing safety and passenger well-being.

The Independent UK

Disabled pilot responds after Trump blames diversity and inclusion policies for DC crash

A disabled pilot has called President Trump’s suggestion that diversity and inclusion policies contributed to the Washington DC plane crash a "gut punch" to disabled people.

International Business Times

Grim Search For Plane Crash Bodies As Trump Doubles Down

US investigators insisted Friday they will not bow to outside pressure as they search for bodies and the remaining black box after the fatal Washington air collision, as President Donald Trump doubled down on political point scoring.

The Independent UK

Is flying really safer than driving? What the stats show after devastating Washington D.C. plane crash

In the wake of Wednesday’s devastating Washington D.C. plane crash, we take a look at how safe flying is compared to driving

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Roll Call

Crash sheds light on strained workforce controlling the skies - Roll Call

Fatal midair collision in Washington is a wake-up call amid unresolved issues like an air traffic controller shortage, aviation experts say.

The Sports Daily

Heartbreak in global figure skating community

Heartbreak in global figure skating community. There was a plane crash in Washington, DC on Wednesday, and then Dick Button died on Thursday.

The Guardian - US

Trump special envoy flies to Venezuela to meet with Nicolás Maduro

Richard Grenell’s visit prompts fresh speculation of rapprochement between Washington and Caracas

The Independent UK

International Skating Union to honor athletes killed in plane crash when Boston hosts world champs

International Skating Union President Jae Youl Kim has held back tears while announcing they will honor athletes and others killed in the mid-air collision near Washington, D

Latin Times

Shocking New Footage of DC Midair Collision Shows Terrifying Moment of Impact Between American Airlines Plane and Black Hawk Helicopter

A new video of the collision between an American Airlines commercial aircraft and a Black Hawk helicopter in Washington DC's airspace has begun circulating on social media, showcasing a different perspective on the tragic incident.

The Independent UK

Moment air traffic controller gasps as American Airlines plane and US Army helicopter crash in Washington DC

A gasp can be heard on air traffic control audio as an American Airlines plane and a US Army helicopter collided in Washington DC on Wednesday, 29 January.

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Weather Complicates Recovery Efforts After Deadly Midair Collision

Inclement weather in Washington, D.C. complicates recovery efforts after a tragic midair collision, affecting victim retrieval and debris recovery from the...

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