Near-Collision at LAX: Private Jet Almost Crashes into Delta Flight
An investigation is underway after a private jet nearly missed crashing into a Delta flight taking off on the Los Angeles International Airport runway Friday afternoon.
Distressing Footage Released
Recently released video footage shares the moment Air Traffic Control desperately calls “Stop, stop, stop!” before the taxiing private jet could cross the Delta aircraft’s departing path.
Incident Details
According to an L.A. Times report, the jet had just arrived from Spokane, Wash., and carried the Gonzaga men’s college basketball team.
In a statement obtained by the L.A. Times, the Federal Aviation Administration said when the team’s chartered Embraer E135 jet, operated by Colorado-based Key Lime Air, “proceeded to cross the hold bars, air traffic controllers told the pilots to stop.”
Near-Miss Averted
The footage of the near-collision, provided by Airline Videos Live, continues to show both planes appearing to operate normally after the abrupt halt.
“The jet never crossed the runway edge line,” the FAA, which is investigating the incident, told the L.A. Times.
Aftermath
The Gonzaga team went on to play UCLA the following day, according to ESPN, losing to the Bruins 65-62.
Officials did not immediately report any passenger or staff injuries for either flight.
Conclusion
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of air traffic control and the measures in place to prevent such near-collisions. Thankfully, no injuries or fatalities were reported, and the investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the incident.
FAQs
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: A private jet, carrying the Gonzaga men’s college basketball team, nearly collided with a Delta flight taking off from the Los Angeles International Airport runway.
Q: Who was involved in the incident?
A: The incident involved a private jet, operated by Key Lime Air, and a Delta flight.
Q: Were there any injuries or fatalities?
A: Officials did not immediately report any passenger or staff injuries for either flight.
Q: Is the incident under investigation?
A: Yes, the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident to determine the cause of the near-collision.
