5 Questions About the Army's Report on the Flight 5342 Midair Collision

An Army report on last year's midair collision near Washington that killed 67 people found systemic safety breakdowns involving air traffic control, helicopter routes and training. The victims' families say the report leaves key questions unanswered.

5 Questions About the Army's Report on the Flight 5342 Midair Collision

TL;DR

  • Army report details systemic safety breakdowns.
  • Breakdowns occurred in air traffic control, helicopter routes, and training.
  • A midair collision near Washington resulted in 67 fatalities.
  • Victims' families feel the report does not answer all their questions.