Delta Flights Trigger Anti-Collision Warnings in Near Miss at Atlanta Airport

A tense moment unfolded at one of the nation’s busiest airports Monday night when two Delta Air Lines aircraft came dangerously close to colliding near Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed the near miss occurred around 11 p.m. and said the incident is now under federal investigation.

Delta Air Lines Flight 2472 crossed the flight path of Delta Air Lines Flight 1568 while departing the airport, the FAA explained in a statement to Fox News Digital. Flight 1568 had initiated a go-around maneuver after the pilot determined another aircraft was moving too slowly to clear the runway being used for departure.

Cockpit anti-collision warning systems activated as the aircraft approached one another, with air traffic control audio capturing a pilot’s reaction to the alarming situation. The pilot of one aircraft exclaimed “My goodness” as the warning systems sounded, according to recordings obtained by CBS News.

Delta defended its crew’s response, stating the go-around procedure followed established safety protocols and reflected the extensive training pilots receive for such uncommon scenarios. The airline emphasized that Flight 1568 landed safely and all passengers deplaned without incident.

The FAA said its investigation into the incident continues, while Delta committed to full cooperation with federal authorities conducting any review of the near collision.