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JetBlue pilot says drone hit plane on JFK approach
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
A pilot on board a JetBlue plane on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport said the aircraft was hit by a drone when it was at about 3,000 feet. Read more trending news The pilot told air traffic control, “We collided with a drone back there in the turn as we were coming to ASALT, just...
Key takeaway Kennedy International Airport said the aircraft was hit by a drone when it was at about 3,000 feet.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The incident involving a JetBlue plane and a drone near John F. Kennedy International Airport has implications for Atlanta 's own airspace. With Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport being one of the busiest airports in the world, the risk of similar collisions is a concern for local authorities. The fact that drones are typically allowed to fly under 400 feet, but have specific rules regarding airport airspace, raises questions about enforcement and education in the Atlanta area. As the Federal Aviation Administration investigates this incident, Atlanta residents may wonder what measures are in place to prevent unauthorized drone usage near local airports. The city's own experiences with drone sightings and near-misses may inform its approach to regulating drone activity, and this incident may prompt a review of existing protocols to ensure public safety.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A pilot on board a JetBlue plane on approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport said the aircraft was hit by a drone when it was at about 3,000 feet. Read more trending news The pilot told air traffic control, “We collided with a drone back there in the turn as we were coming to ASALT, just...
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