Overview
- The American Airlines A319, which began taxiing Wednesday at Charlotte Douglas, stopped short as two airport trucks crossed its nose.
- Air traffic control audio captured the pilot saying he had to slam on the brakes and urging that the incident be reported.
- Security video released by the airport shows the abrupt stop with the trucks just feet away, and officials reported no injuries or operational impacts.
- The FAA is investigating and says the spot where it happened is outside air traffic control.
- Flight 1197 later left on time for Washington National, adding to concern after the March LaGuardia fatal crash and an April 8 near-miss at LAX that has pushed reviews of ramp procedures and vehicle tracking.