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FAA Could Have Prevented Fatal D.C. Plane Collision, Investigation Finds

January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 · Gadgets

A National Transportation Safety Board review of the mid-air collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet in January 2025 found that the…

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How the 2025 passenger jet, chopper crash near Reagan National has changed DC’s airspace – WTOP News

December 23, 2025December 23, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Almost a year after the midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, the congested airspace around Reagan National Airport continues…

Read more How the 2025 passenger jet, chopper crash near Reagan National has changed DC’s airspace – WTOP News

If you’re flying out for the holidays, expect a lot of company – WTOP News

December 19, 2025December 19, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The Federal Aviation Administration said that as many as 52,000 flights will carry millions of people to their holiday destinations on Friday. This page contains a video which…

Read more If you’re flying out for the holidays, expect a lot of company – WTOP News

US government admits Army and air traffic controller failures in deadly midair collision near DC – WTOP News

December 17, 2025December 18, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The US government now admits failures by the pilots of an Army Black Hawk helicopter and a controller in the Reagan National Airport tower during the January 29…

Read more US government admits Army and air traffic controller failures in deadly midair collision near DC – WTOP News

United Airlines flight safely returns to Dulles airport after engine failure during takeoff – WTOP News

December 13, 2025December 13, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The Federal Aviation Administration says a plane experienced an engine failure while taking off from Dulles International Airport before safely returning to the airport. DULLES, Va. (AP) —…

Read more United Airlines flight safely returns to Dulles airport after engine failure during takeoff – WTOP News

Here’s how Denver police fly drones to 911 calls, triggering fears about privacy and surveillance

December 12, 2025December 12, 2025 · Minneapolis, Minnesota Local News

In a windowless room at Denver police headquarters on a recent Thursday afternoon, Officer Chris Velarde activated a police drone to investigate a potential car break-in. Officer Chris…

Read more Here’s how Denver police fly drones to 911 calls, triggering fears about privacy and surveillance

Haiti’s Sunrise Airways suspends domestic flights after bullet hits aircraft

November 23, 2025November 24, 2025 · Miami, Florida Local News

A view of Toussaint Louverture International Airport, foreground, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Commercial flights in and out of the airport were suspended in early March 2024 when armed groups…

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The FAA Lifts Flight Restrictions In Time For Thanksgiving – LAmag

November 17, 2025November 18, 2025 · Los Angeles, California Local News

The FAA lifted flight restrictions on 40 major airports following the end of the government shutdown. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Sunday that the restrictions on commercial…

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As flight restrictions end, record Thanksgiving travel projected on roads and airports – WTOP News

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

AAA said a record 82 million Americans are projected to hit the roads, skies or rails this Thanksgiving, which is the single busiest holiday for travelers. Now that…

Read more As flight restrictions end, record Thanksgiving travel projected on roads and airports – WTOP News

The Government Shutdown Is Finally Over, But Flight Disruptions Will Continue

November 12, 2025November 12, 2025 · Gadgets

The longest government shutdown in American history is officially over. Congress finally approved a funding bill on Wednesday night, effectively putting an end to the government shutdown on…

Read more The Government Shutdown Is Finally Over, But Flight Disruptions Will Continue

Government shutdown highlights nation’s air traffic control system issues again – WTOP News

November 11, 2025November 11, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

Despite funding challenges, the FAA kept its Oklahoma City academy open, continuing to train new controllers. However, looming budget shortfalls threaten progress as the agency faces a shortage…

Read more Government shutdown highlights nation’s air traffic control system issues again – WTOP News

Nearly 100 flights at O’Hare and Midway cancelled Friday due to FAA order

November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 · Chicago, Illinois Local News

Nearly 100 flights were cancelled at Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway International airports on the first day of flight reductions ordered by the Federal Aviation Administration amid the ongoing…

Read more Nearly 100 flights at O’Hare and Midway cancelled Friday due to FAA order

Gov’t Shutdown Forcing PDX Flight Restrictions – KXL

November 7, 2025November 7, 2025 · Portland, Oregon Local News

PORTLAND, OR – Portland International Airport is restricting flights, as it is one of 40 major U.S. airports impacted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) decision to cut…

Read more Gov’t Shutdown Forcing PDX Flight Restrictions – KXL

These are the airports that will reduce flights during the government shutdown – WTOP News

November 6, 2025November 7, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 of the busiest airports across the nation. Here they are. The Federal Aviation…

Read more These are the airports that will reduce flights during the government shutdown – WTOP News

Sacramento International Airport will not see FAA flight cuts, for now

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 · Sacramento, California Local News

As airports around the country will see reduced flights amid a continued government shutdown, the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) on Thursday said it will not see flight limitations…

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FAA Says It Will List Airports Where It’s Reducing Flights During The Government Shutdown – KXL

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 · Portland, Oregon Local News

Associated Press – The Federal Aviation Administration is expected to list where it plans to scale back flights by 10% starting Friday. The agency says it will release…

Read more FAA Says It Will List Airports Where It’s Reducing Flights During The Government Shutdown – KXL

MCO among 40 U.S. airports reducing 10% of flights amid government shutdown

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

The secretary of transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration have announced that starting Friday, there will be a 10% reduction in air traffic at 40 U.S. airports as…

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FAA expected to list airports getting reduced flights during government shutdown

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 · Orlando, Florida Local News

Travelers through some of the busiest U.S. airports can expect to learn Thursday whether they’ll see fewer flights as the government shutdown drags into a second month.The Federal…

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FAA to Reduce Air Traffic by 10% at 40 Major Airports

November 5, 2025November 5, 2025 · Credit

FAA to Reduce Air Traffic by 10% at Major Airports The Federal Aviation Administration said on Wednesday that it will reduce air traffic by 10% at many busy…

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What you need to know if you plan to travel this weekend – WTOP News

November 5, 2025November 5, 2025 · Washington DC Local News

The Federal Aviation Administration announced Wednesday afternoon that it will reduce air traffic by 10% in 40 “high-volume” markets Friday morning, if the shutdown continues. The Federal Aviation…

Read more What you need to know if you plan to travel this weekend – WTOP News
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