Minot, Dakota do Norte – A potentially severe aerial incident was avoided thanks to the fast action of a Delta Connection pilot, who performed a “aggressive” maneuver to dodge a B-52 bomber from the United States Air Force.
The episode occurred during the DL3788 flight, operated by a Embraer 175LR (N604CZ registration), which was heading from Minneapolis for Minot on July 19.
The incident happened near the Base Aérea de Minot (Minot Fig)during the approach phase. According to the commander of the commercial aircraft, the bomber appeared suddenly on the collision route, without any notice of air traffic controllers.
To avoid a possible tragedy, the pilot performed an abrupt evasive maneuver. He explained the situation to passengers only after driving the aircraft from the danger, when he was applauded by his frankness and cold blood.
Minot airport is located in an area outside the radar coverage, and air traffic management is mostly done by visual procedures. The pilot showed surprise with the lack of coordination by the military, especially considering the presence of radar systems at the air base.
On social networks, the commander received praise for the calm way with which he dealt with the stress of the situation. A passenger noted that the pilot’s detailed explanation contributed to reassure the crew and the other occupants of the flight.
+ Watch the video of the explanation of what happened by the pilot
Despite the fright, the aircraft landed in Minot, without injuries. Delta and the military authorities have not yet officially commented on what happened.
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress
The episode gains even more prominence when considering the difference between the aircraft involved: the Boeing B-52 Stratofortresswith its impressive 49 meters of wingspan and about 70 meters in length, is one of the largest strategic bombers in operation in the world, while the Embraer 175lr da Deltaapproximately 32 meters of wingspan and 31 meters long, it is a medium -sized regional jet – making evasive maneuver even more critical in the face of proximity to a much larger military plane and completely different operational characteristics.
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