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Delta Flight 4819 Crash-Lands and Overturns at Toronto Pearson: All 80 Onboard Survive
On February 17, 2025, a Delta flight crashed. Endeavor Air Flight 4819 was the aircraft. It was a CRJ-900 jet. The flight originated from Minneapolis. It departed at 11:47 a.m. The plane crash-landed in Toronto. This transpired around 2:15 p.m. The aircraft overturned on the runway. It rested upside down in snow. All 80 souls survived the incident. Eighteen sustained injuries. Three were critical initially.
The flight carried 76 passengers. It also had four crew members. The plane flipped on impact. This engendered major damage. Wings sustained particular damage. Emergency teams deployed rapidly. They evacuated all passengers quickly. The evacuation preceded a fire. Injured persons moved to local hospitals. Reports later affirmed no life-threatening injuries.
Footage from the Delta airplane that crashed today shows passengers escaping the wreckage.pic.twitter.com/hNkzhMdqxa
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Passenger John Nelson gave a stark account. He spoke from the tarmac. “Our plane crashed,” Nelson stated. “It is upside down.” “Most people appear okay,” he added. “We are all getting off.” The scene displayed harsh conditions. Strong winds and snow complicated things. Deborah Flint praised responders. She is Toronto Pearson’s CEO. She noted their swift action. Their actions prevented fatalities.
The crash cause remains under review. The weather featured gusty winds. Drifting snow also existed. Authorities have not confirmed a link. The crash shuttered two runways. Toronto Pearson saw flight disruptions. Canadian and US authorities collaborate. They aim to ascertain the crash’s cause.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian shared his relief. He also conveyed gratitude. “Delta’s heart is with those affected,” Bastian stated. “I thank Delta teams and first responders.” Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow also spoke. “I am relieved all are accounted for,” she said. “Thank you to the emergency responders.”
This incident underscores safety protocols. It highlights emergency team performance. Airline staff and responders acted well. Their medical efforts prevented tragedy. Investigations will augment aviation safety. This will prevent similar events later. Authorities will review pilot performance too.