A United Airlines passenger jet arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole and a delivery/tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike during its approach, according to multiple reports. New Jersey State Police and other officials say the aircraft hit the pole while coming in for landing on Sunday, and that a truck traveling on the highway at the time was also damaged. Several outlets cite preliminary details suggesting the impact involved the landing gear area and the underside/belly of the plane, with at least one report noting a tire from the landing gear. Video released by news outlets shows the aircraft clipping the pole and the truck during the landing sequence. United said the incident occurred as the flight was on final approach, and authorities are investigating what happened. Federal authorities are also involved in the investigation, while airport and highway officials assess the effects of the collision and determine whether any injuries resulted. The reports agree the incident took place near Newark and involved both an aviation and a roadway target during the landing phase. No final cause has been reported in the accounts provided.
United Airlines flight hits light pole and truck on approach to Newark Airport
A United Airlines passenger jet arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole and a delivery/tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike during its approach, according to multipl...
- A United Airlines aircraft strikes a light pole during final approach/landing at Newark Liberty International Airport.
- The collision also damages a truck/tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike near the airport.
- New Jersey State Police and federal authorities investigate the incident.
- Preliminary reports indicate the landing gear area and/or the aircraft underside/belly were involved in the impact.
- The incident occurs on Sunday, with news outlets reporting it around 2 p.m.
A United Airlines plane struck a light pole and a bakery truck while attempting to land at Newark Airport. Dashcam video captured debris smashing through the truck windshield. The driver suffered minor injuries, while all 231 people aboard the aircraft were unharmed.
3 months agoNew footage from Newark International Airport shows a United flight striking a lamp pole and a bakery truck as it was coming in for landing.
3 months agoA United Airlines jet clipped a delivery truck as it came in for landing on Sunday in Newark, New Jersey. It happened on one of the busiest stretches of highway in the U.S. Kris Van Cleave has a new look.
3 months agoThe underside and tire of United Airlines Flight 169 struck a light pole and tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike around 2pm, according to a New Jersey State Police spokesperson.
3 months agoThe underside and tire of United Airlines Flight 169 struck a light pole and tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike around 2pm, according to a New Jersey State Police spokesperson.
3 months agoIn a dramatic case of dangerous airfield operations at Newark Liberty International Airport, United Airlines Flight 169 struck a light pole as well as a truck crossing the New Jersey Turnpike. Reports indicate that the driver of the truck, Warren Boardley, was fortunate to sustain only minor injuries from the near-catastrophic accident.
3 months ago
Tennessee governor proposes renaming Nashville International Airport for Dolly Parton
Nashville International Airport is being considered for a rename in honour of country singer Dolly Parton following her...
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo launches paid Christian matchmaking platform amid backlash
Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo, leader of David’s Christian Centre, launches “Mentor To Marry,” a Christian matchmaking platfor...
Poco Lee to face London court on September 15 over alleged assault offences
Nigerian entertainer Iweh Odinaka, known as Poco Lee, is on remand in the UK and is scheduled to appear at Snaresbrook C...