On February 17, 2025, an incident with the participation of a passenger aircraft of the airline took place at the Toronto International Airport named after Lester B. Parson Delta Airlines . The liner, which has been a regular flight from Minneapolis, lost stability during landing and turned out to be turned on the runway. The incident caused a temporary suspension of the airport and became the subject of attention of the aviation services of Canada and the USA.
What happened during landing
According to preliminary data, the incident occurred at the time of touching the aircraft with a strip. After landing, the aircraft deviated from the course, which led to its tipping over. Despite the complexity of the situation, all on board - 76 passengers and 4 crew members - were promptly evacuated.
Eyewitnesses reported that the plane began to lose balance shortly after touching the Earth. The emergency services of the airport quickly arrived at the scene, which ensured security and evacuation.
Weather conditions as a possible factor
At the time of the incident in the Toronto region, difficult weather conditions were preserved. On the eve of the region, the snow storm covered the region, and although by the time the precipitation was stopped, the consequences of the snowstorms could still remain in the strip. In addition, strong lateral winds were reported, which could affect the accuracy of landing.
Analysts indicate that such weather conditions require maximum concentration from pilots and can significantly affect the characteristics of the approach.
Preliminary technical reasons
According to the Canadian aviation authorities, during planting there was a destruction of the right main chassis rack. This caused the wing contact with the surface of the runway, after which the plane began to lose balance. It is also known that as a result of damage to the structure, a fuel leak occurred, which led to a small fire. However, fire brigades quickly coped with the situation.
The technical commission began a detailed investigation to find out whether there were signs of a malfunction at the time of take-off or whether the chassis was damaged during planting due to external factors.
Reaction of the authorities and airline
After the incident, the airport administration decided to temporarily suspend the work of one of the take-off and landing stripes to check and eliminate the possible consequences of the incident. Airline Delta Airlines She made an official statement in which she thanked the airport services for operational work and confirmed full cooperation with the investigation.
Representatives of the company also emphasized that the safety of passengers and crews is their priority, and promised to provide all the necessary support to both specialists and those who were on board during the incident.
The investigation continues
Specialists from the Canadian Council on Transport Security (TSB), as well as representatives of the American aviation authorities, connected to the investigation. They study technical data, records of on -board self -writings and weather conditions in order to make a complete picture of what happened.
The final conclusions will be drawn after the analysis of all factors, including the technical condition of the aircraft, the crew’s actions and landing conditions. It is yet known that the liner successfully passed the pre -trip check before departure from Minneapolis.
