House to Vote on Aviation Safety Bill Following Deadly Midair Collision Near Washington
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on the Alert Act, an aviation safety bill inspired by a fatal midair collision between an American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C. The collision, which occurred on January 29, 2025, resulted in the deaths of all 67 individuals on board, including 28 members of the figure skating community. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has advocated for the implementation of key locator systems in aircraft to prevent such incidents. The bill, supported by industry groups, mandates the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast In systems to enhance aircraft location awareness. Despite amendments addressing NTSB recommendations, some senators and victims' families argue for stricter timelines to ensure timely reforms. 
