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Firework strikes Delta flight landing in Chicago
NBC News • • business
Key Points:
- Delta Flight 1076 from Atlanta to Chicago Midway was struck by a firework while descending on July Fourth, according to Delta Air Lines.
- The flight crew reported hearing and feeling a "big bang" when the firework hit the Airbus A319, as captured in air traffic control audio.
- Despite the incident, the flight landed safely and taxied to the gate without further issues.
- Delta Air Lines stated that the situation is still under evaluation, while Chicago police have not yet commented.
