Delta Air Lines Jet Crash Injures 21, Shuts Down Toronto Pearson Airport

Delta Air Lines Jet Crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport

A Delta Air Lines jet carrying 76 passengers and four crew members crashed while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday afternoon. The Bombardier-made CRJ900, en route from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, skidded off the runway and caught fire. Thankfully, there were no fatalities, and all but two of the 21 people treated at the hospital have been released.

The crash caused significant disruption at Canada's busiest airport, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and the closure of two runways until the wreckage is removed. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but a video circulating online shows the plane landing hard and with the nose unusually flat.

The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) is leading the investigation, with assistance from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, Delta, and Mitsubishi. The TSB is examining the wreckage, conducting interviews, and collecting data to determine the cause of the crash.

While the investigation is ongoing, officials have confirmed that the weather was clear at the time of the crash and the runway was dry. The crew of Delta Flight 4819 is being praised for their heroic actions in evacuating the passengers safely.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of aviation safety and the dedication of first responders who work tirelessly to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.