JetBlue Pilot Reports Near Mid-Air Collision with US Air Force Refueler
New York PostDecember 15, 20252 min22,157 views
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- ✈️ A JetBlue flight bound for New York had to halt its ascent due to a near collision with a US Air Force air-to-air refueler.
- ⚠️ The incident occurred within 5 miles, with the refueler passing directly in front of the JetBlue plane at the same altitude.
Pilot's Account
- 🗣️ The JetBlue pilot described the refueler's actions as "outrageous" and stated they "almost had a midair collision."
- 📡 The refueler's transponder was not turned on, making it undetectable on the JetBlue pilot's scope.
- 📍 The JetBlue flight was climbing through 33,000-34,000 feet when they spotted the refueler at their altitude, forcing them to stop their climb.
Context and Implications
- 🚨 The incident highlights potential airspace safety concerns when military aircraft operate without active transponders.
- 🗺️ The description notes this event occurred amidst US military strikes in the Caribbean and Pacific targeting drug-trafficking vessels.
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