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Control tower was understaffed during the Washington mid-air collision: Report
Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on January 30, 2025
A preliminary FAA safety report reveals that the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport was understaffed during the fatal collision between a passenger aircraft and an army helicopter. One controller was handling multiple duties typically managed by two, leading to concerns over safety management and staffing levels...
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Published on January 31, 2025 - 03:30
Washington Plane-Helicopter Crash | FAA's Startling Discovery About Control Tower At Time Of Crash
A recent FAA report has revealed troubling details about the control tower staffing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on the night of a tragic plane-helicopter collision. The report suggests that one air traffic controller was responsible for two positions, which is unusual for the high traffic volumes of the time. Although some sources confirmed staffing was deemed normal, the report pointed to potential safety concerns linked to understaffing and the ongoing controller shortages that have plagued the airport.
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