The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken significant action following a fatal mid-air collision that occurred earlier this week. The agency has indefinitely shut down the low-altitude helicopter corridors involved in the tragic incident.
The collision took place between an American Airlines regional jet and a US Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River, resulting in the loss of 67 lives. The incident occurred in clear weather conditions, raising concerns about the safety of the airspace in the area.
