💨 Abstract

A Southwest Airlines plane suddenly dropped 500 feet to avoid a potential mid-air collision with a British jet fighter shortly after takeoff from Hollywood Burbank Airport. Passengers reported chaos and a significant drop, lasting about 8-10 seconds. The pilot later announced that software was used to prevent the collision. Two flight attendants were injured, but no passenger injuries were reported. Southwest Airlines is working with the Federal Aviation Administration to investigate the incident.

Courtesy: Jessica Kwong