The intensive Federal Aviation Administration investigation came after a ValuJet DC-9 crashed May 11 in the Florida Everglades, killing all 110 people on board. The hearing had been scheduled prior to the grounding, but it was still one of the day's topics. Committee Chairman Bud Shuster , R-Pennsylvania, said some things about the suspension bothered him. Meanwhile, Robert Warren with the Air Transport Association defended current practices. He said airlines have learned from past tragedies and are constantly trying to improve response plans after accidents.
Airlines have the resources, training and commitment to notify the next of kin.
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