What Happened
Investigation Launched After American Airlines Jet Rejects Takeoff
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into a close call between an American Airlines Airbus A319 and a NetJets Embraer Phenom 300 business jet at Miami International Airport. The incident occurred when the Phenom 300 entered the same runway as the A319, which was preparing for takeoff. The A319 rejected takeoff after the crew observed the other aircraft, and both planes remained under control throughout the incident. The FAA is examining air traffic control audio, which suggests confusion over a runway crossing clearance. This incident comes during a week of heightened attention on aviation safety in the US, as reported by AeroTime.