⚠️ FAA Staffing Cuts and the 2025 Arlington Aviation Disaster

Today's report covers a fatal midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in February 2025. Following the crash, the Trump administration fired numerous FAA employees and dismissed the Aviation Security Advisory Committee. These actions intensified concerns about staffing shortages and the potential compromise of aviation safety. The article highlights the union's worry that these changes could jeopardize passenger and crew safety and the possibility that FAA staff were targeted for their social media views. This paints a picture of administrative decisions clashing with safety protocols, resulting in an uncertain future for air travel.