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Boston close call as American and Delta jets were only 300 feet apart, expert says
By Nick Viviani at FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Just a few hundred feet was all that separated a departing American Airlines jet and an inbound Delta Air Lines flight last weekend during a close call on a runway at Boston’s Logan Airport, an aviation expert estimated.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The recent close call at Boston's Logan Airport between American Airlines and Delta Air Lines jets has implications for air travel safety nationwide, including in the Austin area. As a community within the Austin area, Barton Creek residents who frequently travel through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport may be concerned about the safety protocols in place at their local airport. The Federal Aviation Administration's investigation into the Boston incident will likely examine factors such as air traffic control procedures and pilot training, which could lead to changes in safety protocols at airports across the country, including in Austin. This incident serves as a catalyst for local travelers to pay attention to the findings of the investigation and any subsequent changes to air traffic control procedures that may affect their travel experiences.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Just a few hundred feet was all that separated a departing American Airlines jet and an inbound Delta Air Lines flight last weekend during a close call on a runway at Boston’s Logan Airport, an aviation expert estimated.
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