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NTSB Report Highlights Human Error in Near-Miss at JFK Airport

The 2023 incident involving American Airlines and Delta planes underscores the need for advanced cockpit warning systems.

  • NTSB identifies pilot distractions and multitasking as key factors in the near-collision.
  • A ground-based detection system at JFK alerted controllers, preventing a potential disaster.
  • Only 35 major U.S. airports currently have the recommended detection technology installed.
  • NTSB recommends installing systems that directly warn pilots of ground navigation errors.
  • Recent similar incidents raise concerns about the adequacy of current aviation safety measures.
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