In The News: Honors College
The mid-air collision between an American Airlines regional jet and a U.S. Army helicopter near Washington’s Reagan National Airport was a shock to the nation. It may have been even more shocking because, over the last 25 years crashes involving U.S. commercial aircraft have been extremely rare.

The investigation into Wednesday’s devastating crash between an American Airlines jet and an army helicopter in Washington, D.C is just beginning, but already, many are wondering about the role of air traffic control.

The airport can be a hassle even if you’ve been there a hundred times. From “gatexiety” to limited time for goodbye hugs to the fear of losing your luggage to worrying about wearing the “right” outfit for an efficient security experience, there are plenty of reasons you might feel stressed.

The airport can be a hassle even if you’ve been there a hundred times. From “gatexiety” to limited time for goodbye hugs to the fear of losing your luggage to worrying about wearing the “right” outfit for an efficient security experience, there are plenty of reasons you might feel stressed.

In Las Vegas, giant, elaborate signs flash and blink at casinos. Las Vegas Boulevard is lined with vintage signs that remind drivers and pedestrians of bygone businesses. The city is home to The Neon Museum.
An airport in the Greater Los Angeles area is one of the most tightly controlled and challenging airports to fly out of because of its strict noise regulations, a former pilot has said.
Navigating the skies can be a bumpy experience, especially when flying into some of the world's most turbulent airports.

A vast triangle-shaped region north of Las Vegas over the last six decades has developed a reputation as a hot spot for plane disappearances by conspiracy theorists and aviation enthusiasts.

The metropolitan Las Vegas area continues to be a popular destination for folks looking to leave Southern California.

The metropolitan Las Vegas area continues to be a popular destination for folks looking to leave Southern California.
The north end of the Las Vegas Strip is brimming with change, and now one of its most recognizable landmarks, Circus Circus, is officially on the market. Billionaire casino mogul Phil Ruffin, who purchased the property in 2019 for $825 million, has confirmed he’s seeking buyers for the 102-acre property, valuing it at an astounding $5 billion.

More change is coming to the north end of the Strip soon. After opening its doors 57 years ago, the Circus Circus Hotel & Casino is now up for sale. Locals and tourists alike shared their fond memories of the iconic resort with Channel 13.