Government Accountability

FAA Negligence and Systemic Failures Led to Deadly Midair Crash Over Potomac

By National Security Desk | July 31, 2025

A fatal January midair collision between an Army Black Hawk and a commercial plane revealed alarming FAA oversight failures, outdated military equipment, and dangerous airport traffic management—exposing critical risks to national security and public safety near the nation’s capital.

The tragic midair collision over the Potomac River that claimed 67 lives shines a brutal light on systemic failures within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and military aviation operations. As the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) continues its investigation, the facts emerging reveal a dangerous culture of complacency that put American lives at risk under Washington’s very nose. Why Did FAA Ignore Clear Warnings About Helicopter Traffic? Back in 2022, an FAA working group raised serious concerns about helicopter congestion around Reagan National Airport, highlighting the increased risk of collisions. Yet, despite these warnings, the FAA refused to update helicopter...

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