An American Airlines flight narrowly avoided a collision with the Koʻolau mountain range in Hawaii after departing from Honolulu International Airport. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. local time when the flight crew missed a critical right turn, prompting an air traffic controller to instruct an 'expedited climb' to ensure the aircraft stayed safely above the terrain. American Airlines stated that the crew followed air traffic control instructions, and there were no Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System alerts as the aircraft maintained adequate clearance. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident to understand why the flight path deviation occurred and how similar situations can be prevented in the future. Despite the scare, the flight continued safely to Los Angeles International Airport without further issues. The airline emphasized the safety of passengers and crew as their top priority.