The January 29 collision between a passenger jet and a military helicopter near Washington’s Ronald Reagan National Airport resulted in 67 fatalities, marking the worst aviation disaster in nearly 25 years. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the crash, citing flawed communications and congested airspace as contributing factors. This incident is part of a series of recent aviation accidents, including a crash-landing in Toronto on February 17 that injured over a dozen people. In response, the media seeks insights from pilots, affected passengers, and government employees for better aviation safety understanding, promising confidentiality and verification before publishing any responses.
The collision on January 29 between a commercial airliner and a military helicopter near Washington’s Ronald Reagan National Airport marked the deadliest incident in almost 25 years, claiming 67 lives. The National Transportation Safety Board is currently examining the crash, with factors including communication failures and dense air traffic in the vicinity likely contributing to the incident.
This tragic event at Reagan National was just the beginning of a series of recent aviation disasters, ranging from Philadelphia to Nome, Alaska. On February 17, another U.S. passenger jet made a crash landing in Toronto, resulting in injuries to more than a dozen individuals.
To enhance public awareness and improve aviation safety, we aim to gain a clearer understanding of the events in Washington and elsewhere. Are you a pilot who has noticed something we missed? Have you been impacted by the Reagan National incident or other crashes as a passenger? Perhaps you are a current or former government official involved in oversight who can offer insights regarding our coverage? If any of these scenarios resonate with you, we would like to hear your viewpoint.
We will thoroughly review all responses to this questionnaire and reach out if we wish to learn more about your experience. No part of your response will be published without prior consent, verification of your details, and follow-up. Additionally, your contact information will remain confidential and will only be used for communication purposes related to this inquiry.