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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Katie Hawkinson

FAA launches investigation after two planes nearly collide on DC runway - the latest airlines safety concern

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A Boston-bound aircraft had to slam on the brakes while taking off to prevent a collision with another plane at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

A Federal Aviation Administration investigation is underway after the incident involving American Airlines flight 2134 as it was attempting to leave for Logan International Airport on Wednesday morning.

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