One big fear in the world of manned aviation these days is for an airplane to collide with a drone. A Grupo Aeromexico crew flying a Boeing 737-800 got the scare of a lifetime as this exact scenario likely happened last week. The commercial airliner flying from Guadalajara to Tijuana appears to have ran into some type of UAS.
Possible Drone Strike Damages Mexican Airliner
Key Takeaways:
- An Aeromexico Boeing 737 likely collided with a drone during its approach to Tijuana, causing extensive damage to the aircraft's nose but landing safely.
- The incident highlights a significant fear in aviation regarding mid-air collisions between manned aircraft and drones.
- Despite laws prohibiting drone flights near airports and educational efforts by agencies like the FAA, over 100 such UAS flight reports are received monthly, with operators facing fines and potential jail time if caught.
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