by Jim Timm
We had two Near Mid Air Collision incidents reported during the period from February 14, 2025 through March 13, 2025.
DATE: February 16, 2025
LOCATION: Mesa Falcon Field (FFZ)
A NMAC was reported when a Pilatus was on a final for RWY 4R at FFZ, and a Cessna was on base to land on the parallel RWY 4L, but flew through the final to 4L, and came within 0.11 mi, and 100 ft vertical of the Pilatus.
DATE: February 24, 2025
LOCATION: Chandler Airport (CHD)
A Cessna 172 reported a Drone off their right side as they turned base for RWY 22R at CHD. No evasive maneuvers were required, and the closest proximity was estimated to be 15 feet.