What Happened
Air France and American Airlines Flights Involved in Close Call
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near mid-air collision between an Air France flight and an American Airlines flight at Los Angeles International Airport. The incident occurred when Air France Flight 28 made an unauthorized turn after departing LAX, crossing into the path of American Airlines Flight 1660. Air traffic controllers quickly intervened to prevent a collision, directing the Air France flight to turn right and the American Airlines flight to reduce altitude. The incident has been labeled as a possible pilot deviation, and Air France has not yet commented on the incident. The investigation was first reported by CBS Los Angeles.