Pilots react to a Boeing 777 freighter that came within feet of the ground in a 'reckless' stunt over Texas
A Boeing 777 freighter is under FAA investigation following a viral low-altitude pass over a Texas airfield.
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A Boeing 777 freighter performed an extremely low flyby at a Texas airstrip in Horseshoe Bay. Video footage of the maneuver has circulated online, showing the aircraft coming within feet of the ground.
Coverage from Audacy, CBS News, KXAN Austin, Flightradar24, and Business Insider highlights reactions from pilots who have characterized the stunt as reckless. The owner of the aircraft stated the flyby was conducted for a marketing video.
The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into the incident. The status of the investigation and potential consequences for the operators remain to be determined.
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Quick answers
Where did the flyby occur?
The incident took place at a Texas airstrip in Horseshoe Bay.
Why was the flight conducted?
According to the owner, the maneuver was performed for the production of a marketing video.
Is the incident being investigated?
Yes, the FAA is currently investigating the flight.
Coverage (6)
- FAA investigating low-flying plane nearly hitting runway at private Texas airport ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 5h ago
- VIDEO: Boeing 777 freighter performs shockingly low pass over Texas jet center Audacy · 5h ago
- Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield CBS News · 5h ago
- Owner says viral Boeing 777 flyby at Texas airstrip was for marketing video as FAA investigates KXAN Austin · 5h ago
- 777 makes extremely low pass at Horseshoe Bay Flightradar24 · 5h ago
- Pilots react to a Boeing 777 freighter that came within feet of the ground in a 'reckless' stunt over Texas Business Insider · 5h ago
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