URGENT: NTSB Sounds Alarm: Defense Bill Threatens Aviation Safety Gains.

Breaking News: NTSB Sounds Alarm Over Defense Bill Threatening Aviation Safety Gains The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is sounding the alarm over a provision in the defense authorization bill that could undermine crucial aviation safety improvements. NTSB Chairwoman Jennifer Homendy strongly rebuked the measure, calling it a "safety whitewash." The provision in question would roll back safety changes recommended by the NTSB following a deadly mid-air collision in January near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which killed 67 people. The collision involved a military Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines regional jet. Homendy expressed outrage over the provision, stating, "If it sounds like I'm mad, I am mad. This is shameful." The NTSB "vehemently" opposes the section in the massive National Defense Authorization Act. The defense bill is currently before Congress, and the NTSB's opposition could have significant implications for the legislation's passage. The NTSB's safety recommendations were made in response to the January collision, which highlighted critical issues in aviation safety. The NTSB is urging lawmakers to reject the provision and maintain the safety improvements. The fate of the defense bill and the provision remains uncertain as lawmakers consider the NTSB's concerns. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.