The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced on March 7, 2025, that it will initiate a safety-risk analysis focusing on close encounters between visually flying pilots and those under air traffic control. This action follows the serious February 25 near-miss incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago Midway.
The FAA held a meeting with general and business aviation groups to address safety issues involving general aviation and business jets. This initiative aims to prevent future runway incursions and enhance overall aviation safety.
The move signals increased regulatory attention on operational procedures for smaller aircraft, particularly in congested airspace, in response to recent safety concerns highlighted by the Southwest incident.
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