Near-collision at Chicago's Midway Airport

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Near-collision between a Southwest 737 and a private business jet at Chicago's Midway Airport due to the business jet mistakenly crossing the runway. Investigation ongoing by FAA and NTSB.

Key Points

  • Southwest 737 almost collided with a small business jet at Midway Airport
  • Video footage captured the near-collision
  • Increasing scrutiny on the nation's air transportation system

Pros

  • Southwest crew followed safety procedures
  • No incident or injuries occurred

Cons

  • Potential danger of runway incursions
  • Ongoing investigation into the incident