FAA says proposed Trump arch will require ‘eternal flame’ on top to alert pilots
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By The Hill
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The Federal Aviation Administration has imposed stringent safety requirements on the proposed Triumphal Arch monument planned for Washington, D.C. under the Trump administration. According to FAA regulations, the architectural structure must be equipped with an eternal flame at its summit to ensure proper visibility and navigation alerts for aircraft operating in the vicinity. This safety mandate reflects federal aviation standards that mandate warning systems for tall structures near airspace corridors.
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