Pilots react to a Boeing 777 freighter that came within feet of the ground in a 'reckless' stunt over Texas
A Boeing 777 freighter's low pass over Texas sparks safety concerns and FAA investigation.
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Source diversity sample: Yahoo · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · Audacy · CBS News · KXAN Austin · Flightradar24 · Business Insider.
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The FAA investigated a Boeing 777 freighter that flew extremely low over a Texas airfield. The owner of the aircraft stated the maneuver was intended for a marketing video.
Epilogue added 63d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Where it stands
A Boeing 777 freighter performed an extremely low pass over an airfield in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. The maneuver was captured on video and has since gone viral, drawing criticism from pilots and aviation experts. Coverage from Audacy, CBS News, KXAN Austin, Flightradar24, and Business Insider emphasizes the reckless nature of the stunt.
The owner of the aircraft has stated that the flyby was intended for a marketing video. The FAA is investigating the incident. Next, watch for the FAA's findings and any potential regulatory actions.
The aviation community's response to the incident and any statements from Boeing will also be significant.
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Who reported it (7)
- Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield Yahoo · 66d ago
- FAA investigating low-flying plane nearly hitting runway at private Texas airport ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 66d ago
- VIDEO: Boeing 777 freighter performs shockingly low pass over Texas jet center Audacy · 66d ago
- Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield CBS News · 66d ago
- Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates KXAN Austin · 66d ago
- 777 makes extremely low pass at Horseshoe Bay Flightradar24 · 66d ago
- Pilots react to a Boeing 777 freighter that came within feet of the ground in a 'reckless' stunt over Texas Business Insider · 66d ago
Answered
What type of aircraft was involved?
A Boeing 777 freighter.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred over an airfield in Horseshoe Bay, Texas.
What is the FAA's role in this incident?
The FAA is investigating the incident.
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