NTSB Criticizes FAA Over Deadly Collision

The NTSB Chair, Jennifer Homendy, criticized U.S. officials for not acting on warnings before a deadly collision involving an Army helicopter and an American Airlines jet. The crash in Washington resulted in 67 deaths. Homendy highlighted the FAA's failure to address warnings and its decision to transfer managers.

The head of the National Transportation Safety Board has openly criticized U.S. authorities for their inaction leading up to the fatal collision between a U.S. Army helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet on January 29. The tragic incident in Washington led to the loss of 67 lives.

NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy voiced her disapproval on Wednesday, focusing on the Federal Aviation Administration's failure to heed warnings issued by air traffic control personnel.

Instead of taking prompt corrective measures, Homendy noted, the FAA opted to transfer managers, a decision she deemed inadequate in addressing systemic issues.

(With inputs from agencies.)