Sydney Skies in Crisis | Australia News

Australia’s air traffic control chief faced urgent scrutiny after two terrifyingly close calls on Sydney’s tarmac, prompting a high-stakes meeting with Transport Minister Catherine King. A Jetstar pilot narrowly avoided a Qatar Airways jet by slamming on brakes — just weeks after another near-miss fueled by confusing controller signals. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is now investigating both incidents, with head Angus Mitchell warning that even low-speed encounters were dangerously close. He cited mounting pressure on the system, compounded by a newly implemented Sydney airspace redesign and ongoing airport expansion — all while authorities scramble to restore calm in the skies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cc4ba86ac3e1d687