A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on Monday, injuring 18 people. Officials are investigating whether strong winds and snow played a role in the incident.
A Delta CRJ900 aircraft, operated by its subsidiary Endeavor Air, crashed upon landing at Toronto Pearson Airport, flipping upside down. The incident left 18 injured, including three in critical condition, among them a child.
The flight originated from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and touched down at 2:13 p.m. (1913 GMT). Video footage showed at least one detached wing, and passengers described a sudden, violent impact.
Weather Conditions & Investigation
Pearson Airport had been experiencing high winds and frigid temperatures after a heavy snowstorm. Aviation analysts noted the aircraft likely encountered crosswinds and blowing snow, although local airport officials reported dry runway conditions.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has launched an investigation, with the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) assisting. Experts are examining the right wing's separation and whether wind gusts contributed to the crash.
Airport Disruptions
Toronto Pearson officials confirmed operational delays, with two runways closed. Airport President Deborah Flint credited first responders for preventing fatalities.
The aircraft, manufactured by Bombardier and now owned by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has a history of safe operations. However, aviation experts highlighted similar past accidents involving planes flipping on landing, most notably three MD-11 crashes.
This crash follows a series of recent aviation incidents across North America, including a fatal Army helicopter collision with a CRJ-700 in Washington and separate crashes in Philadelphia and Alaska.
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