SECURITYAug 3 · 10:00 UTCWTOP DCSteve Dresner

How long will it take to make DC skies safer?

An 18-month-old midair collision over the Potomac River between a military helicopter and regional jet killed 67 people. The NTSB issued 50 safety recommendations six months ago, urging Congress to act. Experts discuss FAA Order 7110.65 guidelines and human error in air traffic control.

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