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Near-miss at Newark: Alaska Airlines and FedEx planes come within feet during aborted landing
us-news22 days ago

Near-miss at Newark: Alaska Airlines and FedEx planes come within feet during aborted landing

An Alaska Airlines Flight 294 and a FedEx Flight 721 narrowly avoided a collision during an aborted landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, with air traffic control ordering a go-around as the two aircraft approached intersecting runways; the FAA and NTSB are investigating amid broader air-traffic staffing strains tied to the partial federal government shutdown.

Spanish jet narrowly avoids crash amid bird encounter at beach airshow
world8 months ago

Spanish jet narrowly avoids crash amid bird encounter at beach airshow

During the Gijón Air Festival in Spain, a flock of birds nearly caused a Spanish F-18 fighter jet to crash on a crowded beach, prompting an evasive maneuver by the pilot. The incident was captured on video and was part of standard safety protocols. The event drew over 300,000 spectators, marking the largest airshow in its history, amid recent similar wildlife-related incidents involving aircraft in Spain.

Southwest Flight Makes Sudden Drop to Avoid Midair Collision
world8 months ago

Southwest Flight Makes Sudden Drop to Avoid Midair Collision

A Southwest Airlines flight from Burbank to Las Vegas experienced a sudden drop after nearly colliding with another aircraft, prompting an FAA investigation. Passengers were terrified during the abrupt descent, which was caused by the crew responding to an onboard alert about nearby air traffic. The incident raises concerns about aviation safety following recent midair collisions.

Southwest Flight Dives to Avoid Mid-Air Collision Near Los Angeles
world8 months ago

Southwest Flight Dives to Avoid Mid-Air Collision Near Los Angeles

A Southwest Airlines flight from Hollywood Burbank to Las Vegas experienced a rapid descent and was involved in a near-miss with another aircraft, prompting an FAA investigation. The incident caused injuries to two flight attendants and panic among passengers, with the plane nearly intercepted by a fighter jet after losing contact with air traffic control. The airline confirmed the flight continued to Las Vegas and landed safely.

Multiple Near Misses on Mexico City Runway Involving Delta and AeroMéxico Jets
world8 months ago

Multiple Near Misses on Mexico City Runway Involving Delta and AeroMéxico Jets

An AeroMéxico regional jet nearly collided with a Delta Air Lines Boeing 737 during takeoff at Mexico City airport, with the regional jet flying less than 200 feet over the Delta plane before landing in front of it, prompting the Delta flight to abort and return to the terminal. The incident is under investigation by authorities, and both airlines are cooperating.