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F.A.A. Investigates Close Call Between Southwest Planes in Nashville
An investigation is underway following a near-collision incident involving two Southwest Airlines planes at Nashville International Airport. The F.A.A. is examining the circumstances surrounding the event. (sources: nytimes, cbsnews, thedailybeast, wsmv)
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Two Southwest Airlines planes came within 500 feet of each other during an aborted landing at Nashville International Airport. The F.A.A. is investigating the incident, which was influenced by air traffic control instructions.
- An aborted landing put one Southwest plane on a potential collision course with another taking off.
- The F.A.A. is investigating the incident to determine the factors involved.
- Air traffic control instructions are being scrutinized as part of the investigation.
Why it matters
The investigation may lead to changes in air traffic control procedures to enhance safety at airports.
No specific legislation identified for action yet.
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nytimesF.A.A. Investigates Close Call Between Southwest Planes in Nashvillecbsnews2 Southwest planes come within 500 feet of each other in close callthedailybeastSouthwest Airlines Planes Make Swift Last-Minute Move to Avoid CrashwsmvSouthwest flights avoid collision at Nashville International Airport. The FAA is investigating the incident