When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act
Airline pilots are raising alarms about safety issues within the U.S. aviation system, which is facing increasing pressure from traffic and aging infrastructure. Recent incidents, including fatal collisions and near misses, highlight the urgent need for improvements in technology and staffing. Pilots emphasize the importance of sustained investment to ensure the safety and reliability of air travel.
- ▪The U.S. aviation system is considered the safest in the world due to its multiple layers of protection.
- ▪Recent safety incidents have raised concerns about the strain on the aviation system.
- ▪Pilots have a responsibility to prioritize safety and are trained to assess risks continuously.
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Opinion When airline pilots say there are safety issues, we need policymakers to listen and act Pilots say we need the best of both the House and Senate bills to promote airline safety By Capt. Jason Ambrosi Fox News Published May 30, 2026 8:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video DHS Secretary Mullin threatens to pull CBP from sanctuary city airports Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin proposes withdrawing Customs and Border Protection officers from sanctuary city airports, impacting air travel. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! This summer, millions of Americans will head to the airport, ready for long-awaited vacations, family visits and once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
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