Originally published Wednesday, May 6, 2009 at 10:35 AM
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Hudson ditching survivor `shocked' by FAA secrecy
New York Sen. Chuck Schumer says each time a bird hits an airplane, it should be reported to the Federal Aviation Administration. And he told reporters he's filing legislation that would make it mandatory.
Associated Press Writer
New York Sen. Chuck Schumer says each time a bird hits an airplane, it should be reported to the Federal Aviation Administration. And he told reporters he's filing legislation that would make it mandatory.
The FAA recently released data showing that collisions with birds or other animals have destroyed 28 aircraft since 2000. The FAA estimates its voluntary reporting system captures only 20 percent of such incidents.
It released the entire data set after pressure following the Jan. 15 ditching of a US Airways jet in the Hudson River after bird strikes knocked out its engines. The Associated Press sought the database under the Freedom of Information Act.
Schumer said Wednesday the problem can't be properly addressed until it's understood. An FAA spokeswoman said the agency is reviewing its policy.
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