The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a Boeing 777 cargo aircraft that flew dangerously low over a private Texas airport on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The plane, owned by Jetran LLC and undergoing a test flight, came within 25 feet of the ground at Horseshoe Bay Resort Airport, according to FlightRadar24 data. The aircraft, painted in Qatar Airways livery but not operated by the airline, was performing a low approach as part of a final pre-delivery test before being delivered to Qatar Airways Cargo.
Video footage shows the plane’s right wing nearly clipping the ground, prompting concerns from aviation experts. Retired Delta Air Lines captain Mark Stephens described the maneuver as "reckless," noting that the 777’s 200-foot wingspan could have caused a catastrophic tumble if it clipped the runway. Former National Transportation Safety Board Chair Robert Sumwalt called the stunt "another example of stupid pilot tricks" and suggested the pilots could face credential suspensions.
Jetran LLC issued a statement acknowledging the incident, stating the maneuver did not reflect operational standards and that the company expects authorities to investigate. Qatar Airways, which was not involved in the flight, deferred to Jetran’s statement. The incident has raised questions about safety protocols during test flights and the demand for converted cargo aircraft as Boeing phases out its 777F program by 2027.