Close Call Between Delta Air Lines Plane and Air Force Jet

SOURCE www.npr.org
Federal aviation officials are investigating a close call between a Delta Air Lines passenger plane and an Air Force jet near Washington, D.C., triggering a collision warning. This incident follows a fatal collision at the same airport between an airliner and an Army helicopter.

Key Points

  • Close call incident between Delta Air Lines plane and Air Force jet triggered a collision warning
  • Incident occurred while Air Force T-38 Talons were en route to Arlington National Cemetery for a flyover
  • FAA and Delta Air Lines are cooperating in the investigation
  • NTSB chairwoman expressed concerns over flight patterns and risks in the airspace near DCA airport
  • Delta pilot raised questions about the proximity of another aircraft during departure

Pros

  • The FAA and Delta Air Lines are investigating the incident to ensure safety measures were followed
  • Awareness raised regarding potential risks and close calls in airspace near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Cons

  • Incident raises concerns about air traffic control and proximity of military aircraft to commercial planes