JetBlue A320-232 Escapes Danger in Caribbean Airspace

A JetBlue flight operated by an Airbus A320-232 narrowly avoided a midair collision with a US Air Force KC-135R tanker while flying from Curaçao to New York. The incident occurred on December 12, 2025, and was reported to air traffic control. The crew took evasive measures to maintain a safe distance. The US Air Force tanker was involved in Operation Southern Spear, a counter-narcotics mission in the Caribbean. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had previously warned pilots to avoid Venezuelan airspace due to security concerns. The incident was reported by ABC News, and JetBlue has informed federal authorities and will cooperate with any investigation.