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Consider this near miss one of James’ greatest postseason achievements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

After a 2013 near miss between a helicopter and an airplane in the same location as the January crash, an internal working group recommended that the FAA change a specific helicopter route.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

After the terror of the incident, Ulasewicz said the revelation that his plane was involved in a near miss changed his emotions to anger.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025

Three bogeys and a birdie in his opening four holes raised fears that he could once again be set for a near miss.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2025

Phil Resch did not intend to take chances, not after the near miss with Inspector Garland.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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