The Jimmy Dore Show Jimmy Describes His HARROWING Near Mid-Air Collision On Southwest Airlines!
Jul 30, 2025
Jimmy recounts a harrowing flight experience with comedian and commentator Stef Zamorano, where their Southwest Airlines plane almost collided with a vintage military aircraft. The sudden drop left passengers in shock, leading to some injuries and a sense of trauma. They express frustration about the airline's lack of follow-up. They also touch on the political landscape, including censorship issues related to pro-Palestinian content and Stephen Colbert's shifting stance on Big Pharma, while receiving a surprising phone call from Senator JD Vance.
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Jimmy's Near Mid-Air Collision
- Jimmy Dore described a terrifying Southwest Airlines flight where the plane suddenly dropped, causing passengers to experience weightlessness for about 6-10 seconds.
- Some passengers and two flight attendants were injured during this near mid-air collision event, with the pilot taking evasive action after a collision avoidance alert.
Pilot's Collision Avoidance Explanation
- The Southwest Airlines pilot announced the collision avoidance system triggered an aggressive evasive maneuver to avoid hitting a vintage military plane.
- The plane dropped about 500 to 700 feet during the event, causing a frightening experience for passengers.
Lack of Follow-Up Trauma
- After landing, passengers were anxious and unable to quickly resume normal activity due to shock from the incident.
- Southwest Airlines did not contact passengers afterward, which left many feeling traumatized and uneasy.