Close Call: JetBlue Flight Narrowly Averts Collision with US Tanker near Venezuela JetBlue Flight Avoids Midair Collision with US Tanker near Venezuela A JetBlue flight narrowly avoided a midair collision with a US tanker aircraft near Venezuela, according to reports. The incident has raised concerns about air safety in the region.
The US military has been increasing its presence in the area as part of efforts to pressure Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro to step down. The seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, M/T Skipper, earlier this month has further escalated tensions between the US and Venezuela.
The incident involving the JetBlue flight is currently under investigation, and details are still emerging. The US has been conducting military operations in the region, including seizures of vessels suspected of carrying sanctioned oil.
The situation remains fluid, with the US and Venezuela trading accusations and counter-accusations. The international community is closely watching developments in the region.


