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Near-Miss at Chicago O'Hare Involves American Eagle and Learjet (N624AE)

Chicago, IL, United States

On July 21, 2008, a Learjet 60 (registration N624AE) operated by Electrolux Home Products Inc. was involved in an aviation accident near Chicago, IL. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The LC-10 controller's failure to ensure the appropriate separation between two airplanes operating on runways where flight paths intersect. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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On July 22, 2008, an Embraer E145 and a Learjet 60 had a close encounter at Chicago O'Hare. The E145 leveled off during takeoff as the Learjet executed a go-around, passing 325 feet above.

Incident Overview and Aircraft Details On July 22, 2008, at 1247 central daylight time, American Eagle flight 4298 (EGF298), registration N624AE, an Embraer Regional Jet 145 (E145), was departing runway 32L at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) when it conflicted with N252RP, a Learjet 60 (LJ60) on approach to runway 9R. The E145 was a scheduled passenger flight operating under 14 CFR Part 121, while the LJ60 was a business flight operating under 14 CFR Part 91. Both aircraft were on instrument flight rules flight plans. No injuries or damage were reported, and day visual meteorological conditions prevailed.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 21 Jul 2008 Learjet 60 accident near Chicago, IL?

On July 22, 2008, an Embraer E145 and a Learjet 60 had a close encounter at Chicago O'Hare. The E145 leveled off during takeoff as the Learjet executed a go-around, passing 325 feet above.

Were there any fatalities in the 21 Jul 2008 Learjet 60 accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 21 Jul 2008 involved a Learjet 60, registration N624AE, operated by Electrolux Home Products Inc., at Chicago, IL.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The LC-10 controller's failure to ensure the appropriate separation between two airplanes operating on runways where flight paths intersect.

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