Senator Ted Cruz is pushing for new regulations on military air traffic following a tragic collision that resulted in 67 fatalities earlier this year. Cruz, alongside Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell and families of the crash victims, voiced concerns about a controversial provision in a looming defense bill, which permits military flights to operate without transmitting their precise locations. This provision, they argue, could jeopardize safety within the already congested airspace surrounding Washington, D.C. Cruz is advocating for the ROTOR Act, which mandates all aircraft to broadcast their locations, aiming to reinstate protections that many believe were eroded by recent legislation. The debate over aviation safety is at the forefront as Congress prepares to address government funding amid these critical discussions.
Cruz Pushes for Air Safety Reform Following Tragic Crash
Cruz Pushes for Air Safety Reform Following Tragic Crash
Senator Ted Cruz seeks to reimplement strict military air traffic regulations to prevent future collisions after a devastating midair incident claimed 67 lives in January.
Republican Senator Ted Cruz is advocating for the reinstatement of air safety protocols as outlined in his proposed ROTOR Act, following the tragic midair collision earlier this year. Accompanied by Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell and family members of the victims, Cruz criticizes a provision in the upcoming defense bill that would allow military aircraft to operate without broadcasting their locations. The bill, while essential for funding, poses a risk to air safety near Washington, D.C.
