What Happened
FAA Finds No Significant Impact But Recommends Obstruction Lights
The Federal Aviation Administration has determined that President Trump’s proposed 250-foot ’triumphal arch’ near Reagan National Airport would likely pose no risks to air travel, but recommends the addition of red obstruction lights due to its height. The project has advanced despite concerns over the safety and approval process, with critics worrying that panels stacked with Trump loyalists may disregard safety concerns. The FAA’s feasibility study found no significant adverse effect on airspace and visual/instrument procedures at Reagan National, according to CNN.