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While both planes proceeded with their operations, the unique structure of LAX allowed for simultaneous landings and takeoffs on its multiple runways. Unfortunately, this setup contributed to the chain of events leading to the accident.
As US Air Flight 1493 communicated with the approach controllers, the SkyWest pilots began their takeoff procedures. However, a critical mix-up occurred during this process due to air traffic control's disorganized management of flight progress strips, which were used to track aircraft movements and clearances.