FAA Investigates After Delta Flight Hit by Fireworks Near Chicago on July 4
A Delta Airlines flight approaching Chicago on July 4th was reportedly struck by fireworks at low altitude, with the pilot describing hearing a loud bang. Air traffic control acknowledged the incident and noted multiple similar occurrences in the area that night, at one point warning another pilot of a 'war zone' below. The aircraft landed safely, and no injuries or structural damage were reported. The Federal Aviation Administration has since opened an investigation into the dangerous close calls tied to the holiday fireworks displays.
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