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Relevant quote from the article:

“A preliminary report by the N.T.S.B. found that a helicopter and a commercial plane nearly collided at least once a month near Reagan from 2011 to 2024, raising concerns about how the F.A.A. had overlooked such a hazard at one of the nation’s busiest airports.”

Wow.

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DCA is used by Washington VIPs. Very convenient for anyone working for or with the federal government. They really don't want to be inconvenienced by the distance to Dulles or BWI, and have kept the airport open despite rising risks.

Thank you. It was getting late and I didn't even think to put it in my comment.

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