DCA Midair Collision Lawsuit: 67 Dead – NPR
- * Accusation of Negligence: A lawyer representing passengers from the plane that nearly collided at Reagan national Airport is accusing the FAA and American Airlines of "corporate negligence."...
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* Accusation of Negligence: A lawyer representing passengers from the plane that nearly collided at Reagan national Airport is accusing the FAA and American Airlines of “corporate negligence.” The claim centers around the idea that maximizing flights at DCA has created dangerous congestion.
* Near-Collision Context: The incident involved a near-collision between a military aircraft and a commercial airliner at DCA.
* American Airlines’ Response: American Airlines strongly denies the accusations, stating their commitment to safety and their intention to defend themselves against any legal action.
* Ongoing Inquiry: The NTSB is currently investigating the incident.
* Related Story: There’s a link to another NPR story about the DC plane crash and American Airlines.