Delta Airbus A319 struck by firework while landing at Chicago Midway
A Delta Air Lines flight was hit by a firework during its approach to Chicago Midway on July 4, landed safely with no injuries, and is under FAA investigation.
Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 flight DL1076 was struck by a firework while descending toward Chicago Midway International Airport on July 4. The pilot reported hearing a "big bang" after the firework hit the aircraft. No injuries were reported among the 52 passengers and six crew members, and the plane landed safely at Midway shortly after the incident. Air traffic control audio captured the pilot’s comments about the firework.
According to simpleflying.com, the incident occurred at around 8:40 PM and at roughly 200 feet altitude. The BBC reported that the aircraft was carrying 52 passengers and six crew members.
Times of India reported that the Federal Aviation Administration launched an investigation into the event and that air traffic control warned another pilot of a "war zone" during the incident.
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