Sydney Airport chaos erupted over the weekend with 150+ flights delayed on Saturday, then escalated Sunday when a Jetstar and Qatar Airways plane nearly collided in a terrifying close call. In response, Transport Minister Catherine King met with Airservices Australia leadership, and two key staff — an air traffic controller and tug driver — were temporarily removed for drug and alcohol testing. Next month, improved staffing schedules will roll out to address both the near-miss and ongoing delays. As the full investigation continues, officials are scrutinizing airport-wide operations to prevent future disasters, underscoring how vital precision is in aviation safety.
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