Close Call Between Japan Airlines Aircraft
January 31st, 2001
January 31st, 2001
How Long Ago?
24 years, 1 month, 15 days ago
Location
Suruga Bay, Japan
Category
Transportation & Infrastructure
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Close Call Between Japan Airlines Aircraft
Two Japan Airlines planes, arriving at Tokyo from different locations, nearly collided over Suruga Bay due to an air traffic control error. Flight 123 was descending towards Tokyo's Narita Airport while Flight 456 was climbing to altitude, resulting in their flight paths crossing dangerously close. Quick action by the pilots ensured the planes maintained a safe distance, highlighting the importance of vigilant navigation and communication. Fortunately, no injuries occurred, and both planes landed safely.
Incident involved two Japan Airlines flights.
Air traffic control miscommunication led to the incident.
Quick pilot response prevented potential collision.
No injuries were reported after the flights landed safely.
What Happened?
On January 31, 2001, two Japan Airlines planes experienced a near collision over Suruga Bay, Japan. Flight 123, arriving from Fukuoka, was descending towards Narita Airport when it crossed paths with Flight 456, which was departing towards Osaka. The incident was primarily attributed to a miscommunication with air traffic control that failed to adequately separate the two aircraft during their ascent and descent phases. Flight 123 descended toward Narita at a low altitude while Flight 456 commenced its climb, leading to a critical intersection of their flight paths.
Why Does it Matter?
This near-miss incident underscored the vital importance of air traffic control procedures and prompted further scrutiny of air safety protocols in Japan. The aviation community placed renewed emphasis on communication between pilots and air traffic controllers to avoid similar situations. Though no injuries occurred, the potential implications of such an event highlighted the need for continuous improvements in aviation safety and procedures.
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