A notable safety system had been shut off on a U.S. Army helicopter that crashed with an American Airlines (AAL) regional aircraft last week near Washington, D.C., Reuters’ David Shepardson reports. Senate Commerce Committee chair Ted Cruz told media that the Black Hawk helicopter had turned off its automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast, which is permitted for military helicopters, the author notes. “This was a training mission, so there was no compelling national security reason for ADS-B to be turned off,” Cruz said.
Elevate Your Investing Strategy:
- Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence.
Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>>
Read More on AAL:
- American Airlines price target lowered to $18 from $20 at Susquehanna
- American Airlines (AAL) Stock to Fly in 2025 Despite Wall St. Turbulence
- Sector Spotlight: JetBlue plummets as airlines report fourth quarter earnings
- FAA says staffing ‘not normal’ at D.C. airport tower during crash, NY Times says
- American Airlines (NASDAQ:AAL) Slips as CEO Talks Crash