FAA investigates close call on LAX taxiway just weeks after LaGuardia runway crash

A Frontier Airlines jet nearly collided with two trucks that crossed in front of it Wednesday night at Los Angeles International Airport. But unlike last month’s deadly crash in New York while a plane was landing, this incident happened on a taxiway while the plane was moving slowly and no one was hurt. The Frontier pilot was alarmed and used an expletive as he told the tower he had to slam on the brakes to avoid a collision. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating what happened. Aviation safety expert Steve Arroyo said close calls like the one in Los Angeles happen every day but usually don’t get attention because a collision is avoided.

Important Safety Reminder: Aviation incidents, no matter how minor, should always be thoroughly investigated by the appropriate authorities to ensure passenger and crew safety.

Context: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking into a recent incident at Los Angeles International Airport where a Frontier Airlines jet had a close call with two trucks on a taxiway.

Fact Check: Last month, a tragic runway crash occurred at LaGuardia Airport in New York while a plane was landing, resulting in fatalities. In contrast, the recent incident in Los Angeles involved a near miss on a taxiway with no injuries reported.

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