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FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump helicopter approached

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The White House emphasized that President Trump was not in danger during the incident. An investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration has been initiated concerning a potential safety breach. A commercial aircraft took off just as President Trump’s helicopter was nearing Reagan National Airport, leading to a brief loss of separation.

Following a tragic midair collision in 2025, stricter regulations have been enforced. The White House assured that the President’s safety was never compromised. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport in what appears to be a violation of safety procedures put in place after last year’...

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