Investigators cite lack of FAA guidance in midair collision

SUPERIOR, Wis. (AP) — A lack of guidance from the Federal Aviation Administration and improper training were significant factors in the midair collision of two skydiving planes over northwestern Wisconsin about two years ago, according to aviation investigators.

The National Transportation Safety Board has concluded its investigation into the November 2013 collision over Superior. All nine skydivers on the two planes and one pilot jumped to safety, while the other pilot landed a damaged plane.

The NTSB cited the FAA's lack of guidance on how pilots should fly formation flights with skydivers.