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FAA Mandates Radar for Helicopter Safety After Tragedy

3/19/2026

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The Federal Aviation Administration ordered air traffic controllers to use radar to keep helicopters safe from airplanes at more than 150 major U.S. airports.
The action follows a fatal midair collision near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people, including young figure skaters, and recent near-misses in Texas and California prompted the change.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford emphasized proactive risk mitigation to protect the traveling public.

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The Federal Aviation Administration ordered air traffic controllers to use radar to keep helicopters safe from airplanes at more than 150 major U.S. airports.
The action follows a fatal midair collision near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people, including young figure skaters, and recent near-misses in Texas and California prompted the change.
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford emphasized proactive risk mitigation to protect the traveling public.