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United flight landing at Newark strikes light pole, truck on NJ Turnpike

United flight landing at Newark strikes light pole, truck on NJ Turnpike

Summary

A United Airlines plane hit a light pole and a truck on the New Jersey Turnpike while landing at Newark Liberty International Airport. The plane landed safely, no passengers were hurt, and the truck driver had minor injuries.

Key Facts

  • The incident involved United Airlines Flight UA169, a Boeing 767 from Venice, Italy, with 221 passengers and 10 crew members.
  • The plane struck a light pole and a tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike just before landing.
  • The truck driver was taken to the hospital but was later released with minor injuries.
  • A tire and the underside of the plane hit both the pole and the truck.
  • The light pole also hit a Jeep on the turnpike.
  • The plane landed safely, taxied to the gate, and no one on board was hurt.
  • The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the event.
  • Airport operations resumed quickly after checking the runway for debris.
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