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ASRS 2278690

ACN 2278690 · 2025-08 · Medium Large Transport, Low Wing, 2 Turbojet Eng

Air carrier Captain reported an NMAC with a UAS during final approach. No evasive action was taken.

Pilot narrative

Verbatim, de-identified by NASA. Placeholders: ZZZ, X, Y.

On approach to LAX on ILS25L between Gaate and Hunda at 4400 ft observed an unmanned drone pass slightly above and down the right side of the aircraft. Closest point of approach was approximately 50 ft. Continued approach to an uneventful landing. No aircraft damage on post flight inspection. Verbally reported event to the Chief Pilot.

NASA classification · Anomalies

  • Airspace Violation
  • Conflict
  • Deviation / Discrepancy - Procedural

NASA classification · Assessments

Contributing Factors / Situations
Environment - Non Weather Related
Primary Problem
Environment - Non Weather Related

ASRS reports are voluntary, de-identified by NASA, and represent the reporter's perspective; they are not investigated and cannot be used to infer prevalence. Authoritative source: asrs.arc.nasa.gov ↗