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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Erin Keller

United Airlines flight has near-collision with drone while landing at Newark Airport

A United Airlines flight had a close call at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey Friday after pilots reported nearly striking a drone during landing.

The incident happened around 5:20 p.m. as the Boeing 737, carrying 106 passengers and five crew members, was descending toward the airport after a flight from Key West, Florida, United toldThe Independent Saturday.

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