FAA probes two American Airlines 737s flying under same callsign near Phoenix

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an incident involving two American Airlines Boeing 737-800 aircraft operating in the vicinity of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Both airplanes were simultaneously airborne within the same sector, raising concerns about potential operational risks. The investigation centers around a duplicate call sign utilized by the two aircraft during their flight paths close to PHX. FAA officials are examining procedures and communications protocols related to air traffic management in that area. This probe aims to determine if any safety regulations were violated or if there was a lapse in communication between controllers and pilots.