American Airlines pilot forced to "slam on the brakes" to avoid colliding with truck at Charlotte airport

TL;DR

An American Airlines flight had to perform an emergency brake to avoid a collision with a truck at Charlotte airport.
The pilot reported the truck sped in front of the moving aircraft while the taxi light was on.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport confirmed awareness of the incident and stated it is under investigation.
The FAA is also investigating the near-miss.
American Airlines commended their crew and stated the truck was not affiliated with the airline.
This incident follows similar near-collisions involving other airlines at different airports.

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