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JetBlue Flight Strikes Drone Near JFK Airport on Final Approach
A JetBlue plane from Las Vegas hit a drone at 3,000 feet while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport on June 29. The aircraft landed safely with no damage found after inspection. The FAA is investigating the incident.
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A JetBlue flight from Las Vegas struck a drone at 3,000 feet while on final approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport on the morning of June 29. The pilot reported the collision occurred about two miles before the aircraft was cleared to land.
“Just quickly, I couldn’t talk to approach, but we collided with a drone back there in the turn,” the pilot said over air traffic control audio. ” The plane landed without incident. Passengers were deplaned safely, and the aircraft was removed from service for inspection.
JetBlue reported no damage or evidence of a collision. “Safety is JetBlue’s first priority, and we will assist with any relevant investigations,” the airline said. The Federal Aviation Administration will conduct an investigation into the reported collision.
Drones are generally permitted to fly legally under 400 feet, though specific rules prohibit operations in airport airspace. Unauthorized drone activity near airports can result in fines or criminal charges, and the FAA reviews such incidents.
