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NTSB Report Highlights Pilot Error in United Boeing 767 Incident at Newark

NTSB Report Highlights Pilot Error in United Boeing 767 Incident at Newark

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a preliminary report on an incident involving a United Airlines Boeing 767-400ER that occurred on May 3, 2026. The aircraft, arriving from Venice, struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike while attempting to land at Newark Liberty International Airport. The report indicates that the plane came in too low, leading to the collision with the pole, which subsequently hit a truck. The captain, who was flying the aircraft, had over 16,000 hours of experience but failed to maintain the correct descent profile. The first officer warned the captain about the low and slow approach, but no corrective action was taken. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries, although the aircraft and the truck sustained significant damage.
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United Airlines Jet Lands Dangerously Low at Newark, Strikes Light Pole

United Airlines Jet Lands Dangerously Low at Newark, Strikes Light Pole

A United Airlines passenger plane, during its landing at Newark Liberty International Airport, flew just 19 feet above the New Jersey Turnpike, striking a light pole. The incident occurred on May 3, 2026, as the plane was arriving from Italy with 200 passengers on board. According to a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the aircraft was below the safe landing path for approximately three-quarters of a mile before reaching the runway. The impact with the light pole resulted in debris hitting a tractor-trailer and a Jeep on the highway, injuring the truck driver. Despite the damage to the plane, which included punctures and tearing in a landing gear tire, no passengers were injured. The plane's captain had turned off autopilot due to wind conditions, which led to the aircraft coming in too low and slow. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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Copilot of United jet that struck a light pole realized flight was low, but not in time, report says

Copilot of United jet that struck a light pole realized flight was low, but not in time, report says

Federal investigators have released their initial report on a jet that struck a truck on a highway while landing at a New Jersey airport
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United Airlines Jet Strikes Light Pole at Newark Airport, NTSB Report Reveals

United Airlines Jet Strikes Light Pole at Newark Airport, NTSB Report Reveals

A United Airlines flight from Venice to Newark struck a light pole during landing, according to an NTSB report. The copilot realized the plane was low but did not call for an aborted landing in time. The incident caused substantial damage to the aircraft but no injuries to the over 200 passengers. The report clarifies that debris from the pole, not the plane, hit a truck on the New Jersey Turnpike. The NTSB is investigating the cause, with a final report expected next year.
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United Airlines Flight Incident: NTSB Report Highlights Pilot Communication Issues

United Airlines Flight Incident: NTSB Report Highlights Pilot Communication Issues

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a preliminary report on an incident involving a United Airlines flight that struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike. The incident occurred on May 3, 2026, as the plane was making its final approach to runway 29 at Newark Liberty International Airport. The report details that debris from the light pole impacted a tractor-trailer traveling on the turnpike. The first officer of the flight had warned the captain about the plane's slow airspeed and low altitude as they approached the runway. Despite these warnings, the captain believed the plane was in a safe position. The plane landed safely, but the impact caused substantial damage to the aircraft, including punctures and dents to the fuselage.
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Lufthansa Boeing 787 Nose Gear Collapse at Frankfurt Airport Injures Crew Members

Lufthansa Boeing 787 Nose Gear Collapse at Frankfurt Airport Injures Crew Members

On June 4, 2026, a Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner experienced a nose gear collapse while parked at a gate at Frankfurt Airport. The incident occurred as the aircraft was being prepared for a flight to Los Angeles. According to Lufthansa, no passengers were on board at the time, but several crew members and ground staff were present. The collapse resulted in minor injuries to two Lufthansa cabin crew members and other employees from service providers, who were subsequently taken to a hospital for medical treatment. The airline has stated that they are investigating the exact circumstances of the incident in collaboration with relevant authorities. The flight was canceled, and passengers were reaccommodated on other flights.
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United issued safety bulletin to pilots after plane struck light pole near Newark airport

United issued safety bulletin to pilots after plane struck light pole near Newark airport

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, June 4 (Reuters) - United Airlines issued a safety bulletin to pilots on approaches at Newark airport after a Boeing 767 aircraft struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike on May 3.
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Lufthansa Boeing 787 Nose Gear Collapse Injures Crew at Frankfurt Airport

Lufthansa Boeing 787 Nose Gear Collapse Injures Crew at Frankfurt Airport

A Lufthansa Boeing 787 jetliner experienced a nose gear collapse while parked at Frankfurt Airport, resulting in injuries to several crew members. The incident occurred as the aircraft was preparing for a flight to Los Angeles. According to Lufthansa, the nose landing gear unexpectedly retracted, causing the tail of the aircraft to rise while at the gate. No passengers were onboard at the time, and the injured crew members are receiving medical attention. Technicians and support staff are investigating the exact circumstances of the collapse in cooperation with relevant authorities.
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Close Call Between JetBlue Flight and Another Aircraft at Fort Lauderdale Airport

Close Call Between JetBlue Flight and Another Aircraft at Fort Lauderdale Airport

A close call occurred at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport when a plane came within approximately 500 feet of a JetBlue aircraft preparing to land. The incident took place on Monday night, and air traffic control audio has been released, highlighting the tense moments during the event. The proximity of the two aircraft raised concerns about air traffic management and pilot decision-making during landing procedures.
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United Airlines Co-Pilot Warned of Slow, Low Approach Before Newark Incident

United Airlines Co-Pilot Warned of Slow, Low Approach Before Newark Incident

A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has revealed details about a United Airlines flight that struck a light pole while landing at Newark Liberty International Airport. The first officer warned the captain that the aircraft was 'slow and a little low' during the approach. Despite this, the information was not processed quickly enough to abort the landing. The incident resulted in debris from the light pole hitting a tractor-trailer, causing minor injuries to the driver. The aircraft, a Boeing 767-400, sustained significant damage, although no passengers or crew were injured. The NTSB's investigation is ongoing, focusing on the flight crew's actions and the aircraft's performance.
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United Airlines Issues Warning to Pilots After 767 Incident at Newark

United Airlines Issues Warning to Pilots After 767 Incident at Newark

United Airlines has issued a warning to its pilots following an incident where a Boeing 767-400ER collided with a highway light pole during a visual approach to Newark's runway 29. The aircraft, which was flying below the normal glidepath, struck a 15-foot light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike just before landing. The impact caused significant damage to the aircraft, including three large punctures to the fuselage and damage to the landing gear. The incident occurred as the aircraft was descending below the recommended glidepath, with the captain opting for a lower visual profile. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the event, which resulted in no injuries to the 231 occupants on board. United Airlines has since revised its guidance for short-runway approaches to prevent similar occurrences.
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Lufthansa employees injured after the nose of Boeing plane falls to the ground at Frankfurt airport

Lufthansa employees injured after the nose of Boeing plane falls to the ground at Frankfurt airport

Lufthansa says several employees were injured when the nose gear of a Boeing aircraft unexpectedly retracted