Key facts
- The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving President Trump's Marine One helicopter and a commercial jet.
- The incident involved a "loss of separation" between the helicopter and a passenger jet.
- The FAA confirmed the momentary loss of separation but stated President Trump was not in danger.
- The NTSB is also investigating why flights were not suspended at Reagan National Airport during the incident.
- The FAA is examining why a plane took off as Marine One approached, which may violate post-collision rules.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a safety incident that occurred involving President Trump's Marine One helicopter and a commercial jet. The incident, described as a "loss of separation," means the two aircraft came closer to each other than regulations permit.
The FAA confirmed the momentary loss of separation but stated that President Trump, who was on board Marine One, was not in danger. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has also launched its own investigation into the matter. The NTSB's focus includes determining why flights were not suspended at Reagan National Airport during the time of the incident.