These reports of near midair collisions, NMACs, should be deeply frightening to any pilot. The pilots’ experiences strongly suggest more vigilance and, ultimately, increased safety.
Nose-to-Nose
Near Midair Collisions
Key Takeaways:
- Many Near Midair Collisions (NMACs) stem from a lack of visual vigilance and communication failures, underscoring the critical need for pilots to rigorously apply "see and avoid" principles and ensure clear radio exchanges.
- Advanced technology like ADS-B can lead to unintended consequences (e.g., mirroring evasive actions), and confusing or incorrect ATC instructions sometimes necessitate pilots exercising their Pilot-in-Command (PIC) authority for safety.
- Drones pose a significant and increasing threat to aviation, with numerous NMAC reports involving them at various altitudes and in controlled airspace, often requiring evasive action by manned aircraft.
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