A Delta Air Lines flight operated by Endeavor Air flipped upside down during a turbulent landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday, injuring 17 passengers and crew. The accident occurred amid strong winds following a snowstorm, with 76 passengers and four crew members aboard the Bombardier CRJ900 aircraft.
Three individuals, including a child, sustained critical injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals. Delta confirmed no fatalities in its statement on X, emphasizing ongoing coordination with authorities. The flight, originating from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, remains under investigation to determine the cause of the incident.
Toronto Pearson President Deborah Flint described the incident as a \"rare and complex event,\" commending emergency responders for their swift action. The CRJ900, designed by Canadaโs Bombardier, is a regional jet commonly used for short-haul flights across North America.
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17 injured as Delta plane flips on landing at Toronto airport
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