JetBlue flight hits drone while landing at JFK: Officials

A JetBlue Airways pilot reported hitting a drone at 3,000 feet while on approach for landing at JFK Airport on Monday morning. The aircraft landed safely, and FAA inspections confirmed no damage occurred. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident. Federal regulations state that unauthorized drone operations near airports are illegal, and operators may face fines, criminal charges, or imprisonment. This encounter occurred just days after a similar drone scare at Newark airport.