JetBlue Pilot Avoids Collision with US Air Force Jet

A JetBlue flight from Curaçao narrowly avoided a mid-air collision with a US Air Force plane, which had its transponder turned off. The pilot reported the incident, expressing concern over the lack of visibility of the military aircraft, believed to be refueling for Operation Southern Command amid rising tensions with Venezuela. JetBlue acknowledged the crew’s prompt reporting of the situation, while military officials emphasized safety and adherence to airspace protocols. The US military is active in the Caribbean, targeting drug trafficking linked to the Venezuelan government.

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