A SkyWest flight, operating as a Delta connection, with 80 people on board made a sharp maneuver to avoid a B-52 bomber flying over the North Dakota State Fair. The FAA is investigating how the aircraft came so close.
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- A Delta regional jet made an abrupt turn to avoid a B-52 bomber during its descent near Minot. 16s
- The bomber was performing a scheduled flyover for the North Dakota State Fair. 7s
- The Air Force says it notified air traffic controllers of the flyover in advance. 54s
- The Minot control tower did not advise the Delta flight of the bomber's approach. 1m 6s
- The FAA is investigating the incident and reviewing flight data and radar records. 1m 10s