FAA Investigates Near-Miss Between United 737 and Helicopter at Hollywood Burbank Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a serious near-miss incident at Hollywood Burbank Airport in Southern California. The event, which occurred on August 23rd, involved a United Airlines Boeing 737 that was taking off and a low-flying helicopter. An air traffic controller identified the potential collision course and issued an urgent command for the helicopter to turn. According to initial reports, the two aircraft came within approximately 500 feet of each other. The investigation will focus on the circumstances that led to the loss of standard separation.

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