"The FAA reports that pilots of a Republic Airways flight took evasive action after their jet missed its intended approach and flew too close to the Air Canada plane."
"Both flight crews responded to onboard alerts during the near-miss incident at JFK Airport, which has raised concerns about air traffic safety."
"The recent near-miss incident follows a tragic collision at LaGuardia Airport, where two Canadian pilots were killed, highlighting ongoing safety issues."
"The aviation industry is facing significant challenges, including a shortage of air traffic controllers who have been working without pay during government shutdowns."
A near-miss incident involving an Air Canada jet occurred at John F. Kennedy International Airport. Pilots of a Republic Airways flight took evasive action after missing their intended approach and flying too close to the Air Canada plane. Both flight crews responded to onboard alerts. This incident follows the death of two Canadian pilots in a collision at LaGuardia Airport. These events underscore the increasing pressures faced by air traffic controllers in the U.S., exacerbated by shortages and unpaid work during government shutdowns.
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