# Whiteman Airport Safety Crisis Deepens

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-06-16T23:08:14+00:00
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## Resource

A Cessna skidded off the runway at Whiteman Airport, crashing through a fence into a parking lot after landing gear failure — the 77-year-old pilot suffered minor injuries and five gallons of fuel leaked but were contained. This latest accident reignites calls for the airport’s closure amid a string of recent crashes, including a fatal one in April. Local officials, including Councilmember Monica Rodriguez and Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, are demanding immediate shutdown until a full investigation is complete, while federal regulators insist operations continue due to federal funding obligations. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6d5b874d9cb0a590

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