Close Call: Drone Sighting Near Connecticut Airport Sparks Investigation

Mysterious Drones Spotted Near Connecticut Airport: Pilot Reports Close Call On December 12, 2024, a pilot taxiing at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, reported a near miss with what appeared to be a drone. This incident is part of a series of similar reports from across Connecticut, raising concerns about potential safety risks. Audio recordings from air traffic control obtained by NBC Connecticut capture the tense exchange between the pilot and controllers. "It's not big enough to be picking up on my radar scope. It must be a little drone or something," the pilot can be heard saying on the recording. Air traffic control responded by instructing the pilot to exercise caution and alter their course to avoid any potential collision. The Connecticut Airport Authority confirmed that several drones were sighted near the airport that night. However, they emphasized that the drones never entered restricted airspace. Despite this assurance, the incident highlights the growing concern about unauthorized drone activity near airports and other critical infrastructure. In a separate incident, Kade Walker, a resident of Pine Meadow, Connecticut, captured video footage of multiple unidentified lights in the night sky. While unsure of their origin, Walker shared the video to encourage public discussion and investigation. Governor Ned Lamont's office stated that the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is actively working with federal partners to investigate the numerous reports of unidentified aerial phenomena across the state. The governor emphasized the importance of understanding what is happening in Connecticut's airspace to ensure public safety. The investigation into these incidents is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the source of the unidentified aerial phenomena and to prevent future incidents.