The recovery operation for the American Airlines plane crash in Washington D.C. is now underway, as newly appointed US transport secretary Sean Duffy has vowed to reform the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
In a statement released on X, Duffy expressed his commitment to investigating the tragic incident and providing transparency to the families of the victims. He mentioned that he is currently working on a plan to address the issues within the FAA and will release it soon.
The crash occurred when a US army helicopter deviated from its approved flight path and requested to use a specific route that restricted the helicopter’s altitude to 200 feet. This route, known as Route 4 at Reagan international airport, runs along the east bank of the Potomac River, which would have allowed the helicopter to avoid the American Airlines plane.
As the investigation unfolds, Duffy is scheduled to visit the FAA command center and recovery hangar on Friday to assess the situation firsthand. It is crucial for authorities to determine the cause of the crash and implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The recovery operation is a somber reminder of the risks involved in aviation, and it is essential for the FAA to address any shortcomings to ensure the safety of passengers and crew members. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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