A kite was confiscated by police on Saturday after it was spotted flying dangerously close to landing aircraft at Ronald Reagan National Airport. A witness claimed to have seen the kite make contact with Flight 654 from Houston. Although the plane landed without issue and no damage was reported, the event raised safety concerns. Kite flying at Gravelly Point, a park positioned near the airport, is prohibited due to the risks it poses to low-flying aircraft, and authorities are vigilant in enforcing this rule.
The potential danger posed by a kite flying near the airport was highlighted when a witness reported it made contact with a landing plane, sparking police action.
Despite the alarming reports, United Airlines confirmed that Flight 654 from Houston landed safely and no damage to the aircraft was found after inspections.
Officials from the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department received multiple reports about kite flying at Gravelly Point, which is prohibited due to nearby aircraft.
Kite flying at Gravelly Point is against the rules because of its proximity to Ronald Reagan National Airport and the safety risks posed to low-flying aircraft.
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