FAA investigates near-collision at Boston Logan after Delta flight aborts landing

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a near-collision at Boston Logan International Airport after a Delta Air Lines flight aborted its landing and performed a go-around to avoid an American Airlines aircraft on an intersecting runway.

Delta Flight 2351, arriving from Dallas, landed safely after the maneuver. The flight carried 129 passengers and six crew members, and passengers deplaned normally after landing.

The FAA said go-arounds are standard and safe procedures when a landing is not assured. Delta said the crew coordinated with air traffic control. American Airlines and Boston Logan officials referred questions to the FAA.

What happened

According to reporting first published by The Associated Press, the Delta flight was on approach when an American Airlines departure was on an intersecting runway. The Delta crew then executed a go-around and continued to a safe landing.

Boston Logan's intersecting runways can require tight coordination between arrivals and departures, making separation an important safety priority.

What is known and what remains unclear

Confirmed details include the flights involved, the safe landing, and the FAA investigation. Still unclear are the exact runway assignments, how close the aircraft came, and whether the FAA will recommend operational changes or enforcement action.

The incident adds to scrutiny of runway operations at busy airports, where go-arounds are an established safety tool but separation breakdowns can trigger federal review.