On Monday, a Delta Air Lines passenger plane made a hard landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport and overturned. Footage from the scene shows the wrecked aircraft smoldering on the snowy runway as passengers evacuate in panic.

Flight Details and Accident Moment

According to flight records, the aircraft involved in the crash was Delta Flight 4819, a Bombardier CRJ-900LR, which took off from Minneapolis at 11:47 AM. The accident reportedly occurred just before 3:00 PM local time.

Eyewitness Accounts and Damage Assessment

Photos and videos shared on social media show the aircraft flipped upside down with severe damage. One wing appears to be heavily crumpled, while the tail section is partially detached. According to CP24 News, at least eight people have been reported injured so far.

Any Fatalities?

Following the crash, Toronto Pearson Airport announced on X that all passengers and crew members had survived. However, an official statement from authorities has yet to be released.

Flight Operations Suspended at Airport

All arrivals and departures at the airport were suspended after the accident. Airport staff told CTV News that efforts to secure the runway were ongoing.

Incident Captured on Camera

A video shared on Facebook by a passenger shows firefighters, paramedics, and emergency responders rushing toward the overturned aircraft. Ontario Peel Regional Police spokesperson Sarah Patten told Reuters that most passengers were safely evacuated, but detailed investigations at the scene were still underway.

#Delta Uçağı Pistte Kayarak Devrildi#Toronto Pearson Uluslararası Havalimanı’nda iniş yapan bir #DeltaHavayolları uçağı, pistte kayarak devrildi. Olay yerine hızla acil müdahale ekipleri sevk edilirken, yetkililer tüm yolcuların ve mürettebatın güvende olduğunu açıkladı. pic.twitter.com/9RBle2Ipy3

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Winter Storm May Have Contributed to the Crash

Authorities noted that the runway where the accident occurred had become slippery due to a severe winter storm over the weekend. Approximately 23 centimeters of snow had accumulated in the area, and runway clearing efforts were in full force.

Recent Aviation Accidents

This incident marks the most significant commercial passenger aircraft accident since January 29, when an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with American Airlines Flight 5342 at Ronald Reagan National Airport, resulting in 67 fatalities.

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