Families of the 67 who died in last year's midair collision want reforms to prevent the next tragedy

Families of the 67 victims killed in a midair collision between an airliner and an Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., last year are calling on Congress and federal regulators to enact safety reforms. The advocates are seeking policy changes intended to prevent similar aviation tragedies from occurring in the future.

While the families are pushing for immediate legislative action, the path to reform remains uncertain. The current political climate, specifically the proximity of upcoming elections, is cited as a potential obstacle to the passage of new aviation safety laws.