A dramatic incident unfolded at Toronto Pearson International Airport when a Delta Air Lines plane arriving from Minneapolis flipped on landing, resulting in eight injuries.
The accident occurred On February 17, 2025, at around 14:45 local time, as the aircraft touched down, causing significant concern among passengers and airport staff.
One of the injuries was reported as critical, while the others were described as mild to moderate.
All 80 people on board the Delta flight from Minnesota were evacuated according to the US Federal Aviation Administration.
Emergency services responded quickly to the scene, with paramedics setting up a staging area off the runway to treat those affected. All passengers and crew members were accounted for following the incident.
The airport confirmed disruptions in flight operations due to the accident but emphasized that safety protocols were being followed.
The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by local authorities. As more details emerge, it is expected that there will be further updates on both the condition of those injured and any potential factors contributing to this unusual incident.
Toronto Pearson International Airport has assured travellers that safety remains their top priority and are working closely with airlines and emergency services to ensure all necessary measures are taken in response to this event.
Earlier in the day, Toronto Pearson International Airport said it was expecting a “busy day” with over 130,000 travellers on board around 1,000 flights.
Airlines were “catching up” after a snowstorm led to 22cm of snow at the airport over the weekend, it added in a post on X.
“The snow has stopped coming down, but frigid temperatures and high winds are moving in,” it said.
“Our airfield team has continued their work throughout the night to clear critical areas so planes can safely arrive and depart.”
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