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Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates
By NBC Austin at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
A viral video showing a Boeing 777 cargo jet flying low over a Horseshoe Bay runway has triggered an FAA investigation. The aircraft's owner told KXAN the flyby was part of a marketing video but said the pilots flew lower than expected.
Key takeaway The aircraft's owner told KXAN the flyby was part of a marketing video but said the pilots flew lower than expected.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The FAA investigation into the low-flying Boeing 777 cargo jet at a Horseshoe Bay runway has implications for air traffic safety in the wider Austin area, including communities like Barton Creek . As the investigation unfolds, local residents may wonder about the protocols in place for filming and other non-standard aircraft operations at smaller airstrips. The fact that the pilots flew lower than expected raises questions about communication and coordination between the aircraft's owner, the pilots, and local air traffic authorities. This incident may prompt a review of safety procedures and guidelines for filming and other specialized flights in the region, which could have a direct impact on how such operations are conducted in the future, potentially affecting local airspace and nearby communities.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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