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Los Angeles County Calls for Safety Investigation into Whiteman Airport Following Crash

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved a motion to investigate the safety of Whiteman Airport in the San Fernando Valley. This decision comes after a recent plane crash in a nearby Pacoima neighborhood shortly after takeoff. The motion, introduced by Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, cites a long history of incidents involving aircraft from the airport. The investigation will review the airport's operational safety record and explore all options, including the potential for closure.

Official Source: https://patch.com/california/los-angeles/after-plane-crash-county-calls-investigation-sfv-airport