On February 25, a Southwest Airlines flight, designated as Flight 2504, executed a precautionary go-around around 8:50 a.m. to avoid a potential conflict with an unauthorized business jet on the runway.

American Airlines confirmed that Flight 2246, which was also involved in the incident, landed safely after following air traffic control's directives.

Despite the rarity of such occurrences, a recent investigation highlighted growing concerns among air traffic controllers regarding the increasing frequency of near-collisions.

The air transportation system is currently under scrutiny, particularly due to a shortage of air traffic controllers, a situation worsened by staff reductions during the previous administration.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has stated that the Biden administration is committed to addressing air travel safety challenges, including the modernization of the air traffic control system.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is actively investigating the incident, collecting communications and data from the air traffic control and the private jet involved.

CNN correspondent Pete Muntean reported on the incident, emphasizing the potential risks posed to passengers and crew during the near-miss.

Videos of the near-miss circulated on social media, with reactions ranging from shock at the incident to praise for the pilot's quick decision-making.

Secretary Duffy emphasized the importance of pilots adhering to air traffic control instructions, warning that failure to comply could lead to severe consequences, including license revocation.

Passenger Itai Vardi described the experience as frightening, noting that the plane was close to landing when it suddenly ascended to avoid the potential collision.

Most passengers on the Southwest flight were largely unaware of the near-miss at the time, with some later informed of a 10-minute detour due to the incident.

Flexjet, the operator of the private jet involved, announced an internal investigation to ensure that safety standards are upheld following the incident.