Air traffic control stories

Aug 27, 2026

Marine One communication failure led to near-miss with passenger jet

The NTSB found that Marine One's crew failed to reach air traffic controllers before departing on August 4, contributing to a close call with a passenger jet. White House construction had disrupted radio communications.

Aug 27, 20264 sources

Aug 9, 2026

Near-collision between Jetstar and Qatar Airways planes at Sydney airport prompts safety investigation amid staffing concerns

A Jetstar A320 and Qatar Airways Boeing 777 narrowly avoided collision on the tarmac at Sydney Airport on Sunday morning, injuring a crew member when the Jetstar pilot braked suddenly. The incident has prompted an investigation and renewed concerns about air traffic controller staffing shortages at Australia's busiest airport.

Aug 9, 20269 sources