FAA Investigates Second Near-Miss Collision at Reagan National Airport
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A second near-miss collision at Reagan National Airport within two months has raised concerns about the severe shortage of air traffic controllers. The FAA is investigating the incident, where an American Airlines jet and a King Air plane nearly collided on intersecting runways. Aviation experts and lawmakers, including Sen. Chris Van Hollen, are calling for urgent action to address staffing and training issues to prevent future accidents.
Topics:business#air-traffic-controllers#aviation-safety#faa-investigation#flight-safety#near-miss#reagan-national-airport
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