American government official, chair of the NTSB since 2021
The FAA has deployed Palantir’s Foundry to analyze hundreds of thousands of records from government agencies and other sources to identify safety patterns in aviation. The system is designed to integrate disparate data, pinpoint hotspots, and guide safety measures, with funding from recent legislation. Officials say the tool enhances awareness of real and potential risks, while emphasizing human oversight.
The FAA has opened a safety review after Marine One, carrying the president, has had a momentary loss of separation with a commercial regional jet departing Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Tuesday afternoon. Both aircraft have landed safely; the NTSB is gathering information and considering an investigation.