SECURITYJul 5 · 20:25 UTCWTOP DCWTOP Staff

Delta pilot reports a close encounter with a July Fourth firework before landing in Chicago

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent before landing at Chicago Midway International Airport on July 4. The FAA confirmed the Airbus A319 landed safely with no injuries or damage, and an investigation has been launched.

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