Reagan National Airport, which has been closed to flights since the deadly collision of a commercial jet and a military helicopter, is set to reopen at 11 a.m. on Thursday. Despite ongoing recovery efforts for the wreckage of the aircraft, airport officials have deemed it safe to resume operations.
Jack Potter, CEO of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, assured the public that extensive coordination with federal agencies, including the FAA, has taken place to ensure the airport's safety. The recovery effort is focused on the waterfront area of the airport property, away from active runways.
