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What led up to the worst U.S. aviation disaster since 2001

Season 2025 Episode 30 | 6m 23s

The mid-air collision between a passenger jet and a military helicopter near Washington has left many searching for answers. To break down the crash, Geoff Bennett spoke with aviation correspondent Miles O'Brien.

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