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Jets were 300 feet apart in Boston close call that forced Delta flight to abort landing, expert says
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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 incide...
Key takeaway The Federal Aviation Administration said it was investigating the incide...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The close call at Boston's airport has implications for San Antonio travelers, many of whom fly through major hubs like Boston Logan International Airport. As the Federal Aviation Administration investigates this incident, local residents may be concerned about the safety of their own flights. The fact that this near-miss involved two professional airline crews makes it particularly noteworthy, and the upcoming Senate hearing on near-misses and runway incursions will be closely watched by those in the aviation industry and beyond. San Antonio's own airport, while not directly involved in this incident, is part of the national airspace system that will be under scrutiny. The hearing's focus on strengthening safety across this system will have relevance for local air travelers, who expect a high level of safety when flying in and out of San Antonio.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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