JetBlue flight avoids collision with US tanker near Venezuela

A JetBlue flight from Curacao had a near-miss with a US Air Force refuelling tanker, prompting the JetBlue pilot to blame the military plane for crossing their path. The incident occurred as the US military increases drug interdiction efforts in the Caribbean and pressures the Venezuelan government. The JetBlue pilot reported the incident to federal authorities and the airline will cooperate with any investigation. The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a warning for US aircraft to exercise caution in Venezuelan airspace due to security concerns and heightened military activity.

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