FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump’s helicopter approached
Summary
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking into why a plane took off while President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport. This breaks safety rules put in place after a deadly midair crash near the airport in 2025.Key Facts
- President Trump was on Marine One helicopter leaving the White House to Andrews Air Force Base.
- At the same time, a commercial plane took off from Reagan National Airport.
- The FAA has a rule that no planes can take off or land while a helicopter passes, made after a crash in January 2025 that killed 67 people.
- The plane climbed above the helicopter, so they were not on a crash path.
- Air traffic controllers were in contact with both pilots during the event.
- The White House said President Trump was never in danger.
- Marine Corps officials said the helicopter crew followed approved routes and were not delayed.
- The incident was first reported by The Wall Street Journal.
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