JetBlue pilot reports possible drone collision during landing approach

An air traffic audio recording captured a JetBlue pilot reporting a possible drone collision on Monday morning while preparing to land. The incident involved Flight 948, which was approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) after departing from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The pilot stated, "We collided with a drone back there in the turn," during the communication with air traffic control. The controller confirmed, asking, "You said you collided?" to which the pilot affirmed, indicating the drone was above the cockpit. The reported encounter occurred approximately 10 to 12 miles from JFK at an altitude of about 3,000 feet, near the ASALT waypoint, a navigational checkpoint for landing. The crew declined assistance from air traffic control, stating they would proceed to land. JetBlue confirmed that the flight landed without incident and that a post-flight inspection found no damage to the aircraft. The FAA announced it will investigate the incident.