Sydney Airport near miss involving Jetstar and Qatar planes leaves crew member injured
A near-miss incident occurred at Sydney Airport involving a Jetstar flight and a Qatar Airways aircraft, leading to the suspension of a ground controller and a tug operator. One cabin crew member was injured during the sudden braking maneuver, though no passengers were harmed.
Why it matters
The incident raises concerns regarding airport safety protocols and operational management during periods of restricted air traffic control.
A Jetstar flight had to brake on the tarmac of Sydney Airport to avoid colliding with a Qatar Airways flight this morning. ( Supplied )
A ground controller and a tug operator have been stood down after a Jetstar plane and a Qatar Airways aircraft were involved in a near miss at Sydney Airport.
The federal transport minister says the action is in line with protocol for mandatory drug and alcohol testing.
The incident is being investigated by Jetstar, the Australian Transport Safety Bureau and Airservices Australia.
Link copied Share Share article An air traffic ground controller and a tug operator have been stood down after a Jetstar and a Qatar Airways plane were involved in a near-miss incident on the tarmac at Sydney Airport this morning.
Federal Minister for Transport Catherine King confirmed the action in a statement on Sunday evening, saying it was standard practice.
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