The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigates a near miss involving two Qantas aircraft at Sydney Airport. According to reporting, air traffic control clears one Qantas jet to cross Sydney Airport’s main runway while another aircraft is landing nearby. The investigation focuses on how the separation between aircraft was managed and why the runway crossing clearance was issued at that time. Reports also link the incident to broader operational pressures in air traffic control, describing staffing woes that may affect capacity and workload. The ATSB is assessing relevant circumstances, including air traffic control procedures and communications, and will determine what factors contributed to the incident. The goal is to understand the underlying causes and identify any safety recommendations that may be appropriate to help prevent similar occurrences. No details about injuries or damage are reported in the provided summaries, and the case remains under investigation.