Frontier Airlines Jet Hit And Killed Pedestrian On Runway During Takeoff While the investigation into a deadly collision between a Frontier Airlines jet and a pedestrian at Denver International Airport (DIA) on Friday night is continuing, the incident puts a spotlight on the needs of airline crew members affected by traumatic events. Recent federal legislation working its way through Congress could provide stronger protections for pilots who choose to undergo counseling for mental health issues. The bi-partisan Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025, sponsored by Congressman Sean Casten passed the House in September and cleared a key Senate committee in April. The legislation would direct the FAA to update mental health regulations, reducing stigmas and streamlining evaluations for pilots and air traffic controllers.
