Southwest Flight Makes Sudden Drop to Avoid Midair Collision
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A Southwest Airlines flight from Burbank to Las Vegas experienced a sudden drop after nearly colliding with another aircraft, prompting an FAA investigation. Passengers were terrified during the abrupt descent, which was caused by the crew responding to an onboard alert about nearby air traffic. The incident raises concerns about aviation safety following recent midair collisions.
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