United flight strikes light pole; hits truck on approach to Newark
The driver of the tractor-trailer sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. No injuries have been reported among passengers or crew aboard the aircraft.
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A United Airlines flight arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport was involved in an incident during its approach on Sunday, prompting an ongoing federal investigation.
According to preliminary findings, the aircraft was descending toward the runway when a landing tire and the underside of the plane struck a light pole as well as a tractor-trailer traveling on the New Jersey Turnpike. The impact caused the pole to break and subsequently strike a Jeep that was also traveling along the highway.
The driver of the tractor-trailer sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. No injuries have been reported among passengers or crew aboard the aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into the incident. Authorities say the crash remains under investigation, and no additional details are available at this time.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill released the following statement on X:
"I’ve been briefed on the incident involving United Flight 169 at Newark Liberty International Airport. I’m grateful the aircraft landed safely, and all passengers and crew are unharmed. Initial reports indicate that a truck on the Turnpike may also have been involved, and we will continue to monitor developments. United is investigating how this occurred."
