FAA Investigates Taxiway Collision Between Two American Airlines Jets at Reagan National

The incident, involving several U.S. lawmakers, highlights renewed concerns over aviation safety and FAA staffing cuts.

Two American Airlines flights collided on a taxiway at Reagan National Airport, with the wingtip of Flight 5490 striking Flight 4522.
Both planes sustained minor winglet damage and returned to the gate; no injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred at 12:45 p.m. on April 10, 2025, and involved flights bound for Charleston and JFK International Airport.
Several U.S. lawmakers, including Reps. Nick LaLota, Grace Meng, and Josh Gottheimer, were aboard one of the planes and used the incident to call attention to FAA staffing shortages.
This collision follows a series of safety concerns at Reagan National, including a deadly midair crash in January, intensifying scrutiny of air traffic management and operational protocols.