Southwest Near Miss in Nashville

Data from Flightradar24 indicates that the two Boeing 737s came within 500 feet of each other before pilots took evasive action.

The incident occurred when a flight aborting its landing was told to turn right, putting it on a potential collision course with a departing aircraft.

Onboard collision avoidance systems were activated, helping to prevent a mid-air disaster.

This near miss is the latest in a series of close calls at major U.S. airports that have raised concerns about air traffic control staffing and safety protocols.