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A United Airlines flight from Venice struck a light pole on final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport on May 3. The plane landed safely with substantial damage but no injuries to passengers or crew.
winnipegfreepress.comThe National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report on a United Airlines Boeing 767 that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike while landing at Newark Liberty International Airport on May 3. The flight originated in Venice, Italy, and carried more than 200 people, all of whom were unharmed.
According to the NTSB report, the first officer told the captain the plane was “slow and a little low” during descent. The copilot later recalled realizing the aircraft remained low but believed touchdown was imminent and did not call for a go-around. Crew members reported hearing a loud “thump” and feeling a “mild jolt” moments before landing.
The runway assignment changed three times before landing. The chosen runway is the airport’s shortest and is typically used during strong winds. Winds were gusting up to 31 mph that afternoon. The pilot reported the aircraft became fast while turning into a headwind before reducing power.
Debris from the light pole struck a truck traveling on the turnpike, damaging its windshield and puncturing its trailer. The Boeing 767 sustained substantial fuselage damage and one landing tire showed slash marks.
newser.comThe National Transportation Safety Board launched a probe into a weekend crash in Katy, Texas, where a Tesla struck a home and killed 76-year-old Martha Avila. The victim's family sued the driver and Tesla while federal regulators examine vehicle data.
Los Angeles TimesThe general, who was the last U.S. soldier to leave Afghanistan in 2021, ends an 18-month tenure. Maj. Gen. Christopher Norrie will assume acting duties. The change occurs during a Pentagon review of U.S. forces in Europe.
Breaking DefenseGen. Chris Donahue will relinquish command of U.S. Army Europe and Africa on July 2. Maj. Gen. Christopher Norrie will assume the duties. The retirement follows other senior officer departures under the second Trump administration.