United Airlines pilot reports possible drone collision 3,000 feet over San Diego
Yahoo • • business
Key Points:
- A United Airlines pilot reported possibly encountering a drone at about 3,000 feet while approaching San Diego International Airport, according to airport tower audio recordings.
- The pilot described seeing a small, red, shiny object during the base leg of the flight, but could not confirm a collision; the plane safely landed with 48 passengers and six crew members aboard.
- The FAA is investigating the incident, and United Airlines maintenance found no damage after inspecting the Boeing 737.
- Drone operations above 400 feet and near airports are prohibited without FAA authorization, highlighting concerns about unauthorized drone flights in restricted airspace.
- No other pilots reported drone sightings in the area, and air traffic control alerted other aircraft following the pilot's report.
