DC plane crash: Blame the feds’ needlessly, woefully outdated air-traffic control
America’s air-traffic control system, once the world’s most advanced, is an international disgrace — because it’s operated by ...
D.C. Plane Crash Puts Spotlight on History of ‘Near Misses’ in the U.S.
The fatal D.C. plane crash has renewed focus on the recent history of crashes and near misses in U.S. airspace.
D.C. plane crash revives concerns about aviation safety and air traffic controller shortage
The fatal midair collision between an American Airlines passenger jet and an Army helicopter followed a string of near misses ...
Austin's air control staffing woes under scrutiny after D.C. crash
As recently as 2023, Austin was the site of a near collision between two planes and is one of the most understaffed air ...
Crowded D.C. airspace a challenge before plane, helicopter collision
The close calls coincide with a shortage of air traffic controllers that has delayed flights and raised safety concerns ...
Opinion
Editorial: Safety in the skies needs to be top priority, ASAP
As President Trump and Elon Musk target wasteful spending by the federal government, they should funnel funds to projects that desperately need them, such as hiring more air traffic personnel and ...
Conversation around Austin airport close calls highlight industry fears after deadly DC plane crash
The American air travel system has been under increasing stress in recent years, most notably in a series of near tragedies including several in Austin.