American Airlines Flight's Quick Climb Averts Mountain Collision

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An American Airlines flight departing from Honolulu narrowly avoided a mountain by performing an expedited climb after failing to make an assigned turn. The FAA is investigating the incident, which occurred without triggering any terrain warning systems. Air traffic control's prompt instructions ensured the aircraft's safety, and American Airlines emphasized the priority of customer and crew safety.
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