Terrifying Footage Emerges from Delta Flight Crash at Toronto Airport
Newly released video of the Delta flight crash in Canada is making rounds online, leaving many stunned at how quickly disaster unfolded.
As previously reported, the commercial airliner was en route from Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Toronto Pearson International Airport in Ontario when things took a scary turn. Witnesses with cameras managed to capture the frightening landing on Monday afternoon.
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One viral clip shows the plane skidding across the icy runway, bursting into flames, and spinning out of control before coming to a stop. The shocking footage has sent social media into a frenzy, with many questioning what went wrongduring the landing.
Passenger Footage Captures the Evacuation: “Put Your Phones Away!”
Despite the horror unfolding, some passengers couldn’t resist pulling out their phones to record the emergency evacuation.
A second video making rounds online shows passengers scrambling to exit the smoking aircraft, with an unnamed flight attendant yelling, “Put your phones away!” in frustration.
While many understand the instinct to document such a rare moment, safety experts emphasize that passengers should prioritize getting out over filming.
Thankfully, all 80 people on board survived, though 18 sustained injuries. Officials have not yet disclosed whether any injuries were severe.
Another Aviation Scare: A Growing Trend of Mid-Air Incidents
This terrifying Delta crash follows a string of alarming aviation accidents in recent weeks.
Just three weeks ago, an American Airlines jet collided midair with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter while preparing to land in Washington, D.C.
With the Delta incident, experts are once again questioning if there’s been a lapse in airline safety measures amid growing reports of close calls and crash landings.
Runway Closures & Investigation Underway
Toronto Pearson International Airport has announced that two runways will remain closed for the next few days as investigators assess the wreckage and determine the cause of the crash.
Canadian aviation officials are working alongside Delta representatives to figure out if weather conditions, mechanical failure, or pilot error played a role.
Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
