A Delta Air Lines flight was apparently struck by fireworks as it descended into Chicago Midway International Airport on Saturday evening, according to air traffic control audio and the airline.
Incident Details
The pilot of Delta Flight 1076 told controllers that the plane was hit by a firework, and the crew was instructed to inspect the aircraft for damage after landing. The Federal Aviation Administration is currently investigating the incident.
No injuries were reported in the incident, and the plane landed safely at Chicago Midway International Airport around 8:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, July 4.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.