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A pilot incapacitated, a crash landing and a close call. What we know about the latest aviation incidents
By CNN at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 6 min read
WCVB, CNN
By Alexandra Skores, CNN
Washington (CNN) — A pilot suffering a medical emergency, a plane forced down in Alaska and passenger jets nearly colliding in Boston are the latest aviation incidents under investigation as the busy summer air travel season gets underway.
While each incid...
Key takeaway The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen nearly 18.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As El Pasoans prepare for summer travel, the recent string of aviation incidents nationwide may raise concerns about safety in the skies. With the Transportation Security Administration expecting to screen nearly 18.7 million travelers over the Fourth of July weekend, local residents flying out of El Paso International Airport may be wondering what measures are in place to prevent such incidents. The fact that pilots are trained to fly and land safely without the assistance of a second pilot, as demonstrated by the first officer on Air Canada Flight 7664, is reassuring. However, the incident also highlights the importance of having robust safety protocols in place, including emergency medical response plans. As the busy summer air travel season gets underway, El Pasoans can expect increased security and safety measures at their local airport, and it will be worth watching to see how these measures are implemented and communicated to the public.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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By Alexandra Skores, CNN
Washington (CNN) — A pilot suffering a medical emergency, a plane forced down in Alaska and passenger jets nearly colliding in Boston are the latest aviation incidents under investigation as the busy summer air travel season gets underway.
While each incid...
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