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world3 months ago

Families of Washington Plane Crash Victims Sue Airlines and Authorities

Rachel Crafton, widow of one of the victims, has filed the first wrongful death lawsuit following the deadly midair collision near Washington D.C. in January, involving an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, which resulted in 67 deaths. The lawsuit names American Airlines, PSA Airlines, and the federal government, citing negligence and preventable circumstances, amid ongoing investigations into the crash.

via NPR|
#air-crash#american-airlines#black-hawk-helicopter
transportation5 months ago

Key Insights from the Washington Midair Collision Investigation

The NTSB hearing revealed that a midair collision near Washington D.C. involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter resulted in 67 deaths, with key issues including potential inaccuracies in the helicopter's altimeter, pressure on air traffic controllers to manage high traffic levels, and prior safety concerns raised by FAA staff that were not acted upon, leading to calls for improved safety measures.

via NPR|
#air-traffic-safety#black-hawk-helicopter#midair-collision
transportation5 months ago

NTSB Reveals Faulty Equipment and Pilot Errors in DC Airport Helicopter Crash

Investigations into the January midair collision over the Potomac River reveal that the Army helicopter's instruments may have misled pilots about their altitude, contributing to the crash that killed 67 people. The incident involved complex factors including potential altimeter errors, unusual air traffic control practices, and challenging night-time conditions, with public hearings highlighting concerns over safety protocols and equipment updates.

via The New York Times|
#air-traffic-control#altimeter-discrepancy#black-hawk-helicopter
transportation5 months ago

NTSB Highlights Faulty Equipment and Oversight in Deadly DC Air Collision

The NTSB investigation into the deadly January midair collision over Washington revealed that the Army Black Hawk helicopter was flying above its altitude limit with inaccurate readings, and that small separation distances and communication issues contributed to the crash, prompting calls for updated technology and stricter regulations.

via Military.com|
#altimeter-discrepancy#black-hawk-helicopter#faa
news5 months ago

NTSB Investigates Deadly Midair Collisions and Family Tragedies

The NTSB is investigating a tragic midair collision near Washington involving a regional jet and a Black Hawk helicopter, which resulted in 67 deaths. During hearings, families of victims were emotionally affected as new video evidence was released, highlighting issues with aircraft altimeters and air traffic control procedures. The investigation also considers the potential impact of safety systems like ADSB and legislative efforts to mandate their use on all aircraft, including military ones, to prevent future accidents.

via ABC News|
#air-traffic-safety#black-hawk-helicopter#dc-plane-crash
us1 year ago

Snowmobile Crash Lawyer Sues for $9.5 Million

Massachusetts lawyer Jeffrey Smith, who crashed his snowmobile into a parked Black Hawk helicopter, is suing the government for $9.5 million in damages to cover medical expenses and lost wages. Smith argues that the helicopter crew was negligent for parking on a snowmobile trail and failing to warn snowmobilers of its presence. The government has attempted to dismiss the case, claiming it can't be sued under the Federal Tort Claims Act and casting blame on Smith for the accident. Smith, who suffered severe injuries in the crash, is hoping to win the lawsuit to pay for a procedure that would improve movement in his left arm.

via CBS News|
#black-hawk-helicopter#lawsuit#massachusetts
legal-military1 year ago

Snowmobile Crash Victim Sues Government for $9.5M

Massachusetts lawyer Jeff Smith is suing the government for $9.5 million in damages after crashing his snowmobile into a parked Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in severe injuries and loss of use of his left arm. Smith argues that the military was negligent for parking the helicopter on a rarely used snowmobile trail without adequate warning or illumination. The government has attempted to dismiss the case, claiming it can't be sued under the Federal Tort Claims Act and shifting blame onto Smith for the accident. Smith hopes to use the damages to cover medical expenses and undergo a procedure to improve movement in his left arm.

via NBC News|
#black-hawk-helicopter#government-negligence#lawsuit
legal-military1 year ago

Snowmobile Crash Victim Sues Government for $9.5M

Massachusetts lawyer Jeff Smith is suing the government for $9.5 million in damages after crashing his snowmobile into a parked Black Hawk helicopter, resulting in severe injuries including the loss of the use of his left arm. Smith argues that the military was negligent for parking the helicopter on a snowmobile trail without adequate warning or illumination. The government has attempted to dismiss the case, claiming it involves a policy decision and casting blame on Smith for the accident. Smith hopes to win the lawsuit to cover his medical expenses and improve his quality of life.

via WCVB Boston|
#black-hawk-helicopter#lawsuit#legal-military
lawsuit1 year ago

Snowmobile Crash Lawsuit: Man Sues Government for $9.5M

Jeff Smith, who crashed his snowmobile into a parked Black Hawk helicopter, is suing the government for $9.5 million in damages to cover medical expenses and lost wages. He argues that the crew of the helicopter was negligent for parking on a rarely used airfield also used by snowmobilers and failing to warn of the helicopter's presence. The government has attempted to dismiss the case, claiming it can't be sued under the Federal Tort Claims Act and pushing back on claims they could have prevented the accident. Smith, who suffered severe injuries in the crash, hopes to win the lawsuit to pay for a procedure that would improve movement in his left arm.

via ABC News|
#black-hawk-helicopter#government#lawsuit
military2 years ago

10 missing as Japanese military helicopter crashes into ocean near Okinawa.

A Japanese UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter carrying 10 crew members disappeared from radar on Thursday afternoon while on a reconnaissance mission north of Miyako island. Objects appearing to be aircraft parts were spotted in the area, and debris believed to be aircraft parts was found. The government is aggressively building up its defence capability in southwestern Japan in response to China’s increasingly assertive military activity in the region, including Taiwan. The priority now is to rescue those on board.

via Al Jazeera English|
#black-hawk-helicopter#china#crash
military2 years ago

Flight data recorders recovered from fatal Black Hawk helicopter crash.

The US Army has recovered the flight data recorders from two HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters that crashed during a training exercise near Fort Campbell in Kentucky, killing nine soldiers. The Army is still investigating the cause of the crash. The Army has posthumously promoted three of the victims and is providing support to the families and affected soldiers. The deceased soldiers have been transferred to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware.

via Fox News|
#army#black-hawk-helicopter#flight-data-recorders