The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation following a recent close call between a Southwest Airlines plane and a medical helicopter near Cleveland International Airport. On October 29, the two aircraft experienced a loss of separation as Southwest Flight 1333 approached Cleveland from Baltimore.

The pilot of the Southwest Boeing 737 aborted the landing to avoid a collision, ensuring all passengers landed safely shortly thereafter. The helicopter, reportedly carrying a patient, was aiming to pass ahead of the airliner, causing both to come within 0.56 miles of each other at 2,075 feet altitude.

This incident revives discussions about air safety after a previous collision in January near Washington, D.C., led to route adjustments for helicopters. The NTS

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