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news Scmp World 2026-06-30

Passenger jet strikes drone near JFK; helicopter reports close call

A JetBlue passenger jet reported striking a drone while approaching JFK airport, prompting an FAA investigation. Hours later, a helicopter pilot reported a near miss with a remote-control plane in the same vicinity.

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