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Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max's Terrifying Plunge Near Ocean Sparks Federal Probe

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Unbelievable! Southwest Airlines flight on the brink of disaster as it drops 120 meters near the ocean. FAA investigates the harrowing incident.

Southwest Airlines had a heart-stopping moment when one of its Boeing 737 Max planes plunged within 120 meters of the ocean off Hawaii. The aircraft experienced a sudden drop at a staggering rate of over 4000 feet per minute, prompting the flight crew to pull up urgently to avert a potential catastrophe. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into this alarming event, raising concerns about the safety of the Boeing 737 Max 8 jet. The near-disaster has left passengers and aviation authorities shaken, emphasizing the importance of rigorous safety protocols in air travel.

Former pilot perspectives shed light on the intense nature of the incident. Describing the aborted landing attempt as a 'rollercoaster ride,' the pilot's account underscores the gravity of the situation and the swift actions taken to prevent a tragic outcome. The FAA's thorough investigation into the Southwest Airlines flight highlights the need for strict adherence to aviation regulations and continuous safety assessments to ensure passenger well-being.

In a heart-stopping turn of events, the Boeing aircraft reportedly descended rapidly from approximately 16000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean. The proximity to the ocean's surface sent shockwaves through the aviation industry, prompting a reevaluation of emergency response procedures and pilot training. The harrowing experience serves as a stark reminder of the critical role of skilled pilots and advanced safety measures in averting aviation disasters.

The FAA's probe into the Southwest Airlines incident underscores the aviation industry's commitment to enhancing safety standards and preventing similar occurrences in the future. As investigations unfold, the focus remains on identifying root causes, implementing corrective measures, and bolstering confidence in air travel. The Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max's brush with disaster serves as a poignant reminder of the ever-present risks in aviation and the imperative of vigilance and preparedness.

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Southwest Airlines plane plunged within 120 meters of ocean near ... (The Japan Times)

The Boeing 737 Max 8 jet briefly dropped at an abnormally high rate of more than 4000 feet per minute before the flight crew pulled up to avoid disaster.

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Boeing MAX Plane's Near Disaster Sparks New Federal Probe (Newsweek)

The FAA is investigating a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 that reportedly dropped within hundreds of feet of the Pacific Ocean off Hawaii in April.

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Southwest Airlines plane comes within 400ft of slamming into ocean ... (The Independent)

Former pilot says aborted landing attempt would have felt like a 'rollercoaster ride'

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Southwest Airlines flight to Hawaiian island plunges, comes within ... (FOX 4 Dallas)

The Boeing aircraft reportedly dropped from approximately 16000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean.

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FAA investigating Southwest Airlines plane plunge - UPI.com (UPI.com)

A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft came within 400 feet of the Pacific Ocean during an island-hopping flight on April 11.

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FAA Investigates After Southwest MAX Dives To 400 Feet Off Hawaii ... (AVweb)

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an April incident involving a Southwest Airlines 737 MAX 8 that descended rapidly from 1,000 feet and ...

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Southwest Airlines flight to Hawaiian island plunges, comes within ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

The Boeing aircraft reportedly dropped from approximately 16000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean.

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FAA investigating Southwest flight that came within 400 feet of ... (CNN)

A federal investigation is underway after a Southwest Airlines flight plunged toward the ocean off a Hawaiian island.

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Plane operated by Southwest Airlines comes within 400 feet of ... (Kauai Now)

The Federal Aviation Administration, after inquiries from Bloomberg News, is investigating the April mishap that previously was unreported.

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FAA investigates after Southwest plane drops to 'within 400ft' of ... (The Guardian)

News comes as US regulators investigate separate incident after Boeing 737 Max 8 plane did a 'Dutch roll' in May.

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The FAA is investigating a Southwest flight that came within 400 feet ... (Fortune)

The Boeing 737 Max 8 jet briefly dropped at an abnormally high rate of more than 4000 feet per minute before the flight crew pulled up to avoid disaster.

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Southwest Incident: Flight Descends Within 400 Feet Over Ocean (AirlineGeeks.com)

On April 11, 2024, a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 was approaching Lihue airport in Hawaii, on an inter-island flight from Honolulu.

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This flight came within 400 feet of crashing, ex-pilot explains what ... (CNN)

A Southwest Airlines flight plunged toward the ocean off the coast of a Hawaiian island. The Boeing 737 Max 8 flew as low as 400 feet before rapidly ...

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