‘Not enough air traffic controllers’: safety concerns at Sydney airport after Jetstar and Qatar planes involved in near-miss
A Jetstar and a Qatar Airways plane narrowly avoided a collision on the tarmac at Sydney Airport after a tug vehicle reportedly failed to follow instructions. The incident, which resulted in one injury and damage to the aircraft, has prompted an investigation by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau amid concerns over air traffic controller staffing levels.
Why it matters
The incident highlights growing safety concerns and operational pressures at major airports due to staff shortages in critical aviation roles.
Screengrab from Nine News of the Jetstar and Qatar planes at Sydney airport on Sunday morning. Photograph: 9News Screengrab from Nine News of the Jetstar and Qatar planes at Sydney airport on Sunday morning. Photograph: 9News Sydney airport ‘Not enough air traffic controllers’: safety concerns at Sydney airport after Jetstar and Qatar planes involved in near-miss Planes narrowly avoid collision on tarmac with Jetstar A320 forced to ‘brake firmly’ as Qatar Boeing 777 towed into its path
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Two planes have narrowly avoided a collision on the tarmac of Australia’s busiest airport as it struggles with staff shortages.
The Jetstar and Qatar Airways planes almost collided at Sydney airport at 7am on Sunday.
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