Rep. Subramanyam Statement on One Year Anniversary of DCA Crash

LEESBURG, VA - U.S. Representative Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10) released the following statement on the first anniversary of the DCA crash that killed 67 people, including several Northern Virginia residents:

"One year ago, our community mourned a terrible tragedy when 67 individuals lost their lives. Many of them were from Northern Virginia or had a connection to our community. The last year has been unimaginably difficult for their families and loved ones, and they are in our thoughts today. Even in their grief, these families mobilized and relentlessly pushed for change to make sure their loved ones did not die in vain.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recommendations that were released this week showed that the crash was 'entirely preventable,' which is cold comfort to the families. My colleagues and I will work to quickly implement the NTSB's recommendations to ensure something like this never happens again. Congress and our federal government partners must continue to do everything we can to make the DCA airspace as safe and secure as possible."

Last year, the Military and Foreign Affairs Oversight Subcommittee announced the end of its investigation into the midair collision at DCA and released a new report on the Department of Defense's use of civilian airspace. Rep. Subramanyan is the Ranking Member of that Subcommittee.