Southwest flight flew just 150 feet above the ground, tracking data shows
A Southwest Airlines flight from Columbus to Tampa flew low, landing in Fort Lauderdale due to poor weather. FAA investigates the incident, the third low-altitude event this year. Southwest prioritizes safety.
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A Southwest Airlines flight from Columbus, Ohio, to Tampa, Florida, flew as low as 150 feet above the ground while still five miles from the airport, according to flight tracking data. The plane ended up landing in Fort Lauderdale instead of Tampa, marking the third reported low-altitude incident involving Southwest this year. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred in poor weather conditions with thunderstorms in the area. Southwest Airlines stated that the crew diverted the flight for safety reasons and is cooperating with the FAA's investigation. Previous incidents this year involved Southwest flights descending to 525 feet above the ground in Oklahoma and 400 feet above the ocean near Kauai, Hawaii. Southwest emphasized its commitment to safety and stated that understanding and addressing any irregularities is a top priority for the airline.
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