Media and Aviation Safety Investigations

James Hall spoke about media responsibility in reporting on airplane accidents and investigations. He said that a competitive, 24 hour news … read more

James Hall spoke about media responsibility in reporting on airplane accidents and investigations. He said that a competitive, 24 hour news cycle created a news atmosphere in which rumor and speculation often was reported as if it were fact. He also said that the National Transportation Safety Board would issue guidelines to airlines for media relations in the event of an accident. Following his remarks, he answered questions from the audience. close

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  • James Hall Chair National Transportation Safety Board
  • Carol Hallett President and CEO Air Transport Assn. of America

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Media and Aviation Safety Investigations

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Program ID:
156443-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Speech
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Apr 06, 2000 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Apr 10, 2000 | 10:13am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Apr 06, 2000 | 8:00pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Apr 10, 2000 | 5:19am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Apr 10, 2000 | 10:13am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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