Increasing Frequency of Close Calls

A Times investigation reveals that U.S. passenger planes experience near collisions more frequently than the public is aware. Close calls are occurring around airports and on runways, with incidents happening multiple times every week. These incidents are often a result of errors by air traffic controllers and pilots, as well as shortcomings in the technological systems meant to prevent collisions. The data highlights a crisis-level frequency of close calls that is putting the safety of air travel at risk.