The Federal Aviation Administration stated on Saturday that the proposed Triumphal Arch in Washington, D.C., intended by President Trump, would necessitate an “eternal flame” on its peak to maintain safety for surrounding air traffic.
According to the FAA’s determination, the structure must feature appropriate markings, including a non-standard eternal flame positioned atop the arch. Additionally, the agency required floodlight projectors to be aimed toward specific areas to ensure the monument is visible to pilots in the vicinity.
Let me get this straight: we are spending millions on a monument that requires a fire hazard just to be ‘safe’ for drones?
Wait, so the only way to keep the airspace clear is a giant flame on top? Why not just bright lights like normal obstructions?
As a local, I can’t help but wonder how this affects the skylines view. Is this really the priority right now?
Does anyone else find it hilarious that the government would tax-payer fund an ‘eternal flame’ just to stop pilots from crashing?
Good grief. The FAA treating a political monument like a commercial airport obstruction is genuinely surreal this week.