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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The brief
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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Quick answers
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.
Coverage (7)
- Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield Yahoo · 1d ago
- FAA investigating low-flying plane nearly hitting runway at private Texas airport ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 1d ago
- VIDEO: Boeing 777 freighter performs shockingly low pass over Texas jet center Audacy · 1d ago
- Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield CBS News · 1d ago
- Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates KXAN Austin · 1d ago
- 777 makes extremely low pass at Horseshoe Bay Flightradar24 · 1d ago
- Pilots react to a Boeing 777 freighter that came within feet of the ground in a 'reckless' stunt over Texas Business Insider · 1d ago
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