Burbank airport says safety is 'top priority' after warning over possible mid-air collisionBURBANK, Calif. (KABC) -- Hollywood Burbank Airport officials are responding one day after the chair of the National Transportation Safety Board suggested the airport could be the next to experience a mid-air collision. There have been six near mid-air collisions at the Burbank airport since January 1, 2021, according to the Aviation Safety Reporting System. It says traffic collision alerts have been reduced for Burbank, and the Van Nuys traffic pattern has been lowered permanently. "The FAA acted immediately to improve safety following the tragic mid-air collision, both at DCA and around the country. One of our primary focus areas was Van Nuys Airport and nearby Hollywood Burbank Airport in the Los Angeles area.