FAA Probes Southwest Near-Collision with FlexJet

A Southwest Airlines flight narrowly avoided a collision at Chicago Midway International Airport after a private Challenger 350 jet operated by FlexJet entered the runway without authorization as the Southwest Boeing 737 was about to land. The aircraft, arriving from Omaha, was forced to perform a 'go-around' maneuver to avert the potential disaster. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident, emphasizing the unauthorized runway entry. The Southwest plane landed safely shortly after, with the airline confirming that safety protocols were followed. This incident is part of a recent string of aviation mishaps, raising safety concerns within the industry. Southwest Airlines reiterated that the safety of its passengers and crew remains paramount.