President Donald Trump praised Southwest Airlines pilots for their quick action in avoiding a near miss with a business jet on a Midway Airport runway, calling it a “nearly tragic close call.” The incident occurred as Flight 2504 was approaching for landing and had to conduct a go-around to avoid the unauthorized entry of another aircraft on the runway. Investigations by the FAA and NTSB are ongoing, with both airlines involved confirming the incident and emphasizing their commitment to safety.
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Maps show Southeast heat advisories, air quality alerts in Midwest
Southeastern states are experiencing high temperatures in the 80s and 90s, with over 58 million people under heat advisories. Meanwhile, the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic face heavy rainfall, with potential flooding, while air quality alerts persist in parts of the Midwest due to Canadian wildfire smoke, affecting visibility and health. Want More Context? 🔎
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