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What Happened to flight status?
Overview
Flight status is trending due to a recent close call between a United Airlines Boeing 737 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter near John Wayne Airport in California. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is actively investigating the incident to determine the circumstances and prevent future occurrences.
What the News Says
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FAA investigating close call between United Airlines plane and Black Hawk helicopter in California
CNN2
Military helicopter crosses in front of United flight approaching John Wayne Airport; FAA investigating
Orange County Register3
United 737 and US Army Black Hawk involved in Santa Ana close call
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