United Airlines Flight Incident at Newark Sparks Safety Investigation
A United Airlines flight from Venice, Italy, encountered a significant incident during its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport. The aircraft, a Boeing 767-400, struck a light pole and a tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike. Despite the collision, the plane landed safely, and none of the 221 passengers and 10 crew members were injured. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident. The crew has been taken off duty, and the aircraft is undergoing damage assessment. This event adds to a series of recent aviation safety concerns in the U.S.