Diversion — SWA1283

KCLE · 06L

2026-03-16 18:32 UTC· KSTL → KCLE· SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CO· B737

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SWA1283 (Southwest Airlines) was operating from KSTL to KDCA (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport) on 2026-03-16. SkyMeter detected a diversion to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (KCLE) on runway 06L at 18:32 UTC. Peak cruise altitude FL389, turnaround area near Decatur County, US. Approach stability score: 88/100. Scores in this band are observed on roughly 50% of approaches at this runway and represent the centerline of normal operations. METAR at the time reported 20 kt wind, 5 kt crosswind component, 16,093 m visibility. Detection algorithm and known limitations: see SkyMeter methodology.

Pilot review data

  • Runway 06L
  • 780 ft AGL at event
  • 120 kt ground speed
  • 0 fpm vertical
  • Approach stability 88/100
  • 20 kt wind
  • 5 kt crosswind component
  • 16,093 m visibility
  • METAR KCLE 261651Z 04011G23KT 10SM FEW030 SCT200 20/09 A3017 RMK AO2 SLP231 T02000094 $

Flight context

  • SWA1283
  • Southwest Airlines
  • B737
  • KSTL → KCLE
  • 2026-03-16 18:32 UTC
  • KCLE runway 06L

All events on this flight

Diversion 18:32:58 UTC · KCLE runway 06L · 780 ft AGL · 120 kt GS
Diversion 18:32:58 UTC · KCLE runway 6L · 780 ft AGL · 120 kt GS
Diversion 18:32:58 UTC · KCLE runway 6L · 780 ft AGL · 120 kt GS

Automated analysis. Events shown on this page (such as go-around, unstable approach, or runway events) are heuristic classifications produced by algorithms from publicly broadcast ADS-B data. They are intended to surface flights of interest for further review — they are not findings of fact, and they do not determine pilot fault, regulatory compliance, or the cause of any occurrence. Coverage gaps and sensor noise can affect accuracy. Only the relevant civil aviation authority or accident investigation body can make official determinations. How we detect events · Dispute or correct this data

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