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JetBlue: Recent engine failure at Newark, near-collision incidents with US military planes.

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JetBlue is a commercial airline operating flights both domestically and internationally. The airline is currently newsworthy due to several recent safety-related incidents. A JetBlue flight experienced an engine failure during takeoff at Newark Liberty International Airport, leading to a temporary disruption of air traffic and an emergency landing where passengers evacuated via slides. Furthermore, a JetBlue flight from Curacao to New York's JFK narrowly avoided a mid-air collision with a U.S. Air Force refueling tanker over the Caribbean. The JetBlue pilot attributed the near-miss to the military plane crossing their flight path. These incidents raise concerns about air safety and coordination between civilian and military aircraft, particularly in regions where the FAA has issued warnings regarding military activities.
Last updated: February 28, 2026