Delta plane struck by firework landing at Midway Airport
NBC 5 Chicago • • business
Key Points:
- A Delta flight arriving at Chicago's Midway International Airport on July 4 reportedly made contact with a firework during its approach, according to the airline.
- Delta Air Lines Flight 1076 departed from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and landed safely at Midway without an emergency landing.
- Radio communication captured the crew reporting a loud bang from the firework hitting the plane, with air traffic control noting the need to inspect the aircraft upon arrival.
- The plane was evaluated after landing to assess any potential damage from the incident.
