Near-miss runway incidents at Chicago Midway airport and Reagan National Airport highlight aviation safety concerns. American Airlines and Southwest flights aborted landings to avoid collisions with other planes. Recent incidents include an emergency landing at Newark and a midair collision in Arizona.
Key Points
American Airlines and Southwest flights aborted landings to avoid collisions
Recent incidents include emergency landings and midair collisions
FAA and NTSB investigating the incidents
Pros
Quick decision-making by pilots to perform go-around maneuvers to avoid collisions
Highlighting the importance of following safety procedures in aviation
Cons
Increased risk and potential danger of near-miss incidents in aviation