NTSB officials are investigating a deadly collision between an American Airlines plane and a military helicopter in Washington, D.C. The top Republican on the House Transportation Committee's subcommittee on aviation is calling for a congressional hearing into the incident to ensure accurate reporting and recommendations for prevention in the future.
Key Points
NTSB officials aiming for a preliminary report in about 30 days
Caution against early speculation on the cause of the tragedy
Recovery efforts ongoing with no survivors reported
Pros
Calls for accurate reporting and recommendations for prevention
Efforts to maintain aviation industry standards
Cons
Speculation and finger-pointing before investigation results
No evidence to support conclusions or causes of the crash