Lots of folks have frustrating, crazy and scary experiences flying these days.

But most folks aren't members of Congress.

Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) is, and when his United flight last month had what he calls a "near collision" with another plane in the air, he launched his own investigation.

In a press release today, Sensenbrenner says:

“Upon landing at Reagan National Airport, I immediately called the FAA to alert them of the situation and requested that they examine the conditions that led to this near collision over a heavily populated area. While no one ever wants to be in such a circumstance, I am pleased that the FAA acted quickly to identify the error with air traffic control operations. Oversight is one of Congress’ most important responsibilities, and I am hopeful that the information gleaned from the flight of United 612 will prove beneficial for air traffic controllers across the country.”

The FAA shared the transcripts, audio recordings and the flight data information of both jets with Sensenbrenner. The FAA told Sensenbrenner that it is committed to sharing this information with air traffic controllers and taking the necessary steps to ensure that operational errors, such as what happened with United 612, do not reoccur

