Houston, TX, August 5, 2026 —

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into a close call at Reagan National Airport (DCA) involving a commercial airliner and the President’s helicopter, Marine One.

The incident occurred as a commercial jet was taking off and Marine One, carrying President Trump, was approaching the airport. The FAA confirmed that there was a “momentary loss of separation” between the two aircraft. This event is drawing particular attention due to heightened safety protocols in place following a fatal midair collision that occurred last year near the same airport. That earlier incident involved a commercial airliner and an Army helicopter.

While the investigation is ongoing, official statements from both the White House and the Marine Corps indicated that the President’s safety was not compromised. A spokesperson for the White House stated that the President was never in danger. Similarly, the Marine Corps confirmed that flight operations related to the President’s transport were not affected by the incident.

The FAA’s review will likely focus on the adherence to established safety procedures, especially given the recent history of aviation incidents in the vicinity of Reagan National Airport. The details surrounding the exact timeline of events, the nature of the clearance given to the commercial jet, and the precise proximity between the aircraft are expected to be key areas of examination.

Further information regarding the findings of the FAA’s investigation has not yet been released.



Story summarized from the original created by Josh Funk And Gary Fields, Associated Press on www.click2houston.com, see more information here.

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