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NTSB Chairwoman Slams House Aviation Bill as Unsafe

2/27/2026

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  • NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy called the House aviation safety reform bill watered-down and said it misrepresents the agency's midair collision prevention recommendations.
  • She argued the House bill is insufficient compared to a Senate proposal.
  • The House bill exempts certain aircraft from key locator technology requirements, which Homendy says are essential for safety.
  • Victims' families echoed her concerns and demanded the inclusion of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast In systems to enhance safety.