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A conflict between the NTSB and Congress was sparked by language in the National Defense Authorization Act meant to address how military aircraft operate around passenger planes in D.C.

This week, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy called it a “significant safety setback”

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill insist that the well-being of American fliers is a key priority and that the new provision would actually increase oversight

The National Transportation Safety Board went public this week with a warning of potential catastrophe in America’s skies if Congress passes a change to aviation regulations as part of a pending military spending bill.

Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Dec. 10, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy called it a “significant safety setback” — even as lawmakers on Capit

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