Jennifer Homendy

Jennifer Homendy, Chair of the NTSB, joins Frank McIntosh from the FAA and Dean Accapelli from the National Air Traffic Controller Association to discuss a tragic plane crash that killed 67 people. They delve into the complexities of the NTSB’s preliminary investigation and the fallout from air traffic control outages. The conversation highlights serious communication breakdowns at major airports and the urgent need for safety reforms in aviation procedures. Their insights provide a gripping look into the challenges of maintaining air safety.

Jennifer Homendy, the NTSB Chair, dives into her frustrations with the FAA’s response to the tragic midair collision near Reagan National Airport. Topics like serious inaccuracies in helicopter altimeters highlight systemic safety flaws. Detailed analyses of communication before the crash reveal critical misunderstandings between air traffic control and pilots. The conversation emphasizes the need for improved aviation safety protocols and better documentation practices to prevent future tragedies and protect lives.