House Oversight Explores Black Hawk Tragedy: Ensuring Future Sky Safety

The U.S. House of Representatives oversight subcommittee is investigating a deadly collision in January between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet, looking into safety measures to prevent such incidents. Lawmakers question the absence of a safety system on the helicopter.

The investigation into the tragic collision between an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet, which resulted in the deaths of 67 people, is gaining momentum as the U.S. House oversight subcommittee seeks answers.

This major incident occurred near Washington Reagan National Airport in January, prompting authorities to scrutinize safety protocols.

Lawmakers on the House Oversight Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs are pressing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for clear actions on preventing future accidents, particularly concerning the lack of a critical safety system on the helicopter during the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)