By james art 
Minneapolis “After a A deadly collision in the middle Between a passenger plane and an army helicopter near Washington on Wednesday, some people are wondering about the safety of other airports.
Charles Adams, who spent eight years in the US Air Force and nearly 34 years with a commercial airline in Minneapolis-CV. The Paul Paul (MSP) International Airport says that the airspace is far less complicated than Ronald Reagan Washington’s National Airport (DCA).
“We got along here, we have great air traffic controllers, a great airport adjustment,” Adams said. “Here, what is called Class B airspace, where it is described as a wedding cake upside down. The smallest part is concentrated around the airport and then expands wider and wider.”
CBS News only confirms a single air traffic controller He did the work of two during the crash on Wednesday. They were responsible for both the aircraft and a helicopter.
“This person guides all who make sure that everyone on Earth is appropriately controlled and the entry of planes will have no problem that has encountered someone else,” said Dr. Randell Corfman, President of the Pilot Association in Minnesota S “There is a lot of confidence that goes with what goes with aviation.”
FAA data show that the DCA air traffic control tower needs 28 workers. But in September 2023 there were only 19 certified controllers. Meanwhile, MSP target staff was also 28. This workforce plan shows 30 certified MSP controllers.
“If your viewers are looking for a convenient flying and coming out of Minneapolis, I would say absolutely. There is nothing to worry about,” Adams said.
In a statement, FAA says they will not comment on the investigation at the moment.
Frankie McLister
