Jets were 300 feet apart in Boston close call that forced Delta flight to abort landing, expert says
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The control tower at Logan Airport, on Dec. 9, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) BOSTON (AP) — A Delta Air Lines jet was roughly 300 feet (90 meters) from an American Airlines plane during a close call at Boston’s airport that forced the Delta aircraft to abort a weekend landing attempt, an aviation expert said Sunday. The Federal Aviation Administration said it was investigating the incident between two commercial flights that happened Saturday at Boston Logan International Airport.
AI Summary
Main Idea: A Delta Air Lines jet aborted its landing at Boston Logan Airport after coming too close to an American Airlines plane, and the FAA is investigating the close call.
Key Points:
- An aviation expert estimated the two jets were about 300 feet apart during the incident.
- Delta flight 2351 from Dallas had to perform a go-around to avoid the American plane on an intersecting runway.
- Delta said the crew worked with air traffic control, and the plane landed safely with 129 passengers and six crew members on board.
- The FAA said it is reviewing the event, which comes as runway safety is already under close scrutiny.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The near miss can shake public trust in air travel and may mean more FAA reviews, delays, or costs for airlines and travelers.
Positive Impact
The go-around shows safety systems worked, and the FAA review may help reduce future runway risks.
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Other central airline involved in the near-miss incident.
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Central airline whose flight had to abort landing during the close call.
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Central regulator investigating the incident and providing context on go-arounds and runway incursions.
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Congressional subcommittee mentioned as holding a hearing on runway incursions and aviation safety.
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Named aviation expert whose distance estimate and safety comments help explain the incident.
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Curtis is identified as a former safety engineer at Boeing, a minor background reference.
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Tracking service used by Curtis to estimate the jets’ separation distance.
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