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FAA Investigates Near Miss Between Passenger Jets at JFK Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration is looking into a recent incident involving two passenger jets at JFK Airport. This investigation follows a series of close calls at major U.S. airports. (sources: nytimes, theguardian, nbcnews, foxnews, cbsnews)
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An American Airlines regional jet and an Air Canada regional jet experienced a near miss at JFK Airport after one jet aborted its landing. Both crews responded to alerts and landed safely.
- The incident involved an American Airlines regional jet and an Air Canada regional jet.
- The American Airlines jet aborted its landing, leading to the close call.
- Both aircraft landed safely after the incident.
- The FAA is conducting an investigation into the event.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights ongoing concerns about air traffic safety at major airports.
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