Delta Flight 1076 Hit by Firework Mortar Near Midway, Airbus A319 Lands Safely
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Updated · CBS New York · Jul 5
Delta Flight 1076 Hit by Firework Mortar Near Midway, Airbus A319 Lands Safely
3 articles · Updated · CBS New York · Jul 5
Summary
Chicago police said a firework mortar struck Delta Flight 1076 on descent into Midway around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, causing minor paint damage but no injuries.
Air traffic control audio captured the crew reporting a big bang and saying they hoped a mortar had gone off underneath the plane before the Airbus A319 landed and taxied to the gate.
Delta said the aircraft, arriving from Atlanta, remained under evaluation Sunday to confirm no further damage beyond the paint impact.
The FAA confirmed the strike near Midway on July 4, while Chicago police referred additional questions to the FBI.