A Delta Air Lines plane, which departed from Minneapolis, United States, heading to Toronto, Canada, crashed while landing this Monday on the runway of Pearson International Airport, overturning after the strong impact, authorities reported.
Fifteen people, including a child, were injured, but none of the injuries are considered life-threatening, according to the Regional Paramedic Services of Peel municipality.
Three individuals sustained serious injuries: a child, a man in his 60s, and a woman in her 40s, while another 12 were taken to hospitals with minor injuries, reported in an updated report.
Initially, eight people had been reported injured, one of whom was in critical condition.
The accident occurred around 2:45 PM (local time), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the U.S. indicated in a preliminary statement.
Delta Air Lines Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, crashed while landing at Toronto's Pearson International Airport in Canada around 2:45 PM local time on Monday, February 17. The 80 people on board were evacuated. The CRJ-900 had departed from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada will lead the investigation and provide updates, the FAA noted.
Initially, Pearson Airport reported on social media platform X that the aircraft had experienced an "incident." "Emergency teams are responding. All passengers and crew members are accounted for," it added in a brief communication.
In a video recorded by a passenger on the flight and shared on social media, the aircraft is seen overturned on the runway of Pearson, with firefighters extinguishing the fire that broke out. The plane lost its wings, likely due to impact with the apron, which was covered in snow and ice as a result of a winter storm.
According to information from Noticias Telemundo, airport personnel stated that "all arrivals and departures are currently canceled," which has not been officially confirmed. The Pearson website reported that there are multiple delays affecting the arrivals and departures of flights.
Delta Air Lines stated in a statement that it was aware of an incident involving one of its aircraft, but did not provide further details about the event. "We are working to confirm any details and will share the most up-to-date information as soon as it is available," it added.
Press reports indicated that the causes of the accident remain unknown, which occurred amidst a snowfall and strong gusts of wind in the region. According to the Canadian Meteorological Service, winds reached 65 km/h on land, and snow squalls were recorded, the agency stated AP. The temperature was -8.6 degrees Celsius.
Hours before the incident, the airport terminal had shared a photo on X taken in the morning in an area of the airfield and informed that cleaning was still ongoing after the storm over the weekend.
"Our teams worked all weekend to keep the approximately 5 million square meters of the airstrip free of snow so that planes could arrive and depart safely," he stated.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Delta Airlines Plane Crash in Toronto
What happened with the Delta Airlines flight in Toronto?
Delta Airlines flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, crashed while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, Canada. The plane flipped over after the severe impact, but fortunately, there were no fatalities.
How many people were injured in the Delta plane accident in Toronto?
In the accident, 15 people were injured, including a child. Three people suffered serious injuries, while another 12 were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.
What were the weather conditions during the Delta plane accident in Toronto?
The accident occurred during a snowstorm and strong gusts of wind that reached 65 km/h on land, which may have influenced the unfortunate incident.
What measures were taken after the Delta plane accident in Toronto?
After the accident, the 80 people on board were evacuated, and all arrivals and departures at Pearson Airport were temporarily canceled. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is in charge of the investigation.
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