Toronto Plane Crash: Delta Airlines Aircraft Overturns at Pearson International Airport
A Delta Airlines plane crashed at Toronto Pearson International Airport in Canada on Monday. The aircraft first hit the ground and then overturned. Fortunately, no one on board was killed in the accident. According to Peel Regional Paramedic Services, 18 people, including a child, were injured. The recent increase in plane crashes has raised serious concerns about air travel safety.
Reasons for Avoiding Loss of Life
Despite the severity of the accident, no fatalities were reported. Experts attribute this to advanced engineering systems, the size of the aircraft, and seat belts, which played a crucial role in keeping passengers safe. Mike McCormick, an associate professor and program coordinator of air traffic management at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, explained that it is very rare for planes to overturn in crashes, but they are designed to withstand such difficult situations.
According to USA Today, McCormick stated:
“Airplane seats are designed to withstand sixteen times the force of gravity, so that even if the plane flips over, the seats stay in place. This is why passengers are always advised to fasten their seat belts during takeoff and landing.”
The Crucial Role of Flight Attendants
In emergencies like this, the responsibility for passenger safety falls on the trained flight crew. They are trained to make critical decisions in emergency situations to protect those on board.
“Most people think that flight attendants are just there to serve snacks and answer passenger questions. But in accidents like this, their real expertise and training come into play,” McCormick told USA Today.
What Happened?
A Delta Air Lines plane carrying 80 people crashed at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday. Eighteen passengers were injured, but thankfully, there were no fatalities. Endeavour Air Flight 4819 was landing in Toronto, Canada’s largest city, with 76 passengers and four crew members on board. The plane had taken off from Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, the airline confirmed.
Among the injured were:
- A young boy
- A 60-year-old man
- A 40-year-old woman
The three suffered serious injuries, while others sustained minor injuries and were transported to local hospitals by ambulance and helicopter, according to Lawrence Sandon of Paramedic Services.
