In recent months, a disturbing pattern of aviation incidents across the United States has prompted intense scrutiny from both government officials and the public. As a series of tragic plane crashes unfolded—from a collision in Washington, D.C. involving a commercial jet and a military helicopter to fatal accidents in Philadelphia,
Alaska, Arizona, and Pennsylvania—the nation’s attention turned to the safety standards upheld by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the broader issues of aviation safety. In this comprehensive report, we examine the timeline of these events, provide detailed accounts of each incident, and analyze the controversial remarks made by former President Donald Trump regarding these occurrences.
