Southwest Airlines flight investigated for low altitude over Oklahoma City suburbs
- A Southwest Airlines flight descended to just 525 feet above ground in Oklahoma City suburbs.
- The flight triggered an altitude warning from air traffic control as it approached the airport.
- Federal officials are investigating the incident to understand why the plane flew unusually low.
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a Southwest Airlines flight that descended to just 525 feet above ground as it approached Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City. The incident triggered an altitude warning from air traffic control, prompting the pilots to briefly climb before successfully landing the Boeing 737-800. The FAA stated that after an automated warning sounded, an air traffic controller alerted the crew of Southwest Airlines Flight 4069 about the low altitude. Southwest Airlines emphasized its commitment to safety and stated that it is working with the FAA to address any irregularities with the aircraft's approach. The incident is under investigation by federal officials to determine why the plane flew at such a low altitude over a suburb of Oklahoma City.