A Southwest Airlines flight came dangerously close to another aircraft at Burbank Airport, sparking an urgent investigation into air traffic control procedures.
The Incident
According to reports, the Southwest jet was preparing to land when it was instructed to abort its approach due to another plane still being on the runway. The quick actions of the pilots prevented what could have been a catastrophic collision.
Aviation Safety Concerns
This near miss has reignited debates about runway safety and air traffic control protocols. Experts are calling for a review of procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Official Response
Both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Southwest Airlines have launched investigations into the incident. Passengers on the flight were reportedly unaware of how close they came to disaster until after landing.
The aviation industry will be watching closely as more details emerge about this frightening close call at one of California's busiest airports.
