United Airlines Boeing 737 Collides With Drone at 3,000 Feet Over San Diego
A United Airlines Boeing 737-800, operating as flight UA2138 from Houston, struck a drone while on its final approach to San Diego International Airport. The collision occurred at an altitude of approximately 3,000 feet. The flight crew immediately reported the drone strike to air traffic control. The aircraft continued its approach and landed safely without any injuries to passengers or crew. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been notified and is investigating the incident, which highlights the growing danger of unauthorized drones in controlled airspace.
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