A constitution jet carrying the Gonzaga males’s basketball staff was simply yards away from being worn out by an outbound aircraft over the weekend … and the close to collision was all captured on video.
Take a look at footage from LAX at round 4:30 PM on Friday … you possibly can see because the Bulldogs’ Embraer E135 plane was taxiing to its gate after touchdown in Los Angeles, a Delta flight was taking off on a close-by runway, and the 2 planes bought so shut to one another, an air site visitors controller truly needed to inform the Zags’ pilot to cease.
Fortunately, the 2 prevented each other … however the FAA nonetheless stated in an announcement to TMZ Sports activities on Monday it is investigating the scenario.
As for Gonzaga — which finally made it safely to its recreation towards UCLA in L.A. on Saturday night time — college officers informed us Monday they’re reviewing the matter as nicely.
“Our staff members aboard the plane have been unaware of the scenario because it occurred,” the college stated, “and we’re grateful that the incident ended safely for all.”
The Zags ended up shedding to the Bruins, 65-62 … however maybe happily for them, they will not should board one other plane for a bit — as they’re slated to play in Malibu on Monday night time towards Pepperdine.
