A Delta Air Lines regional jet flipped upside down while landing at Toronto Pearson Airport on February 17, 2025, amid gusty winds following a snowstorm. The CRJ900 aircraft, operated by Delta’s Endeavor Air subsidiary, was carrying 80 people, including 76 passengers and four crew members. Eighteen people sustained injuries, three critically, including a child. The aircraft, built by Bombardier and powered by GE Aerospace engines, suffered severe damage, with at least one wing detached.
Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the scene, and some injured passengers were later released from hospitals. Passenger John Nelson, who captured the aftermath on video, described the terrifying moments as the plane landed sideways before flipping over. Aviation experts highlighted the challenging wind conditions, though Toronto Pearson’s fire chief stated that the runway was dry with no significant crosswinds. Investigators from Canada’s Transportation Safety Board and the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board have launched an inquiry into the crash.
The accident caused temporary delays at Toronto Pearson Airport, with two runways closed for investigation. Despite the severity of the crash, officials credited first responders and modern aircraft safety measures for preventing fatalities. The incident follows several recent aviation accidents in North America, including a fatal military helicopter collision in Washington, D.C., and deadly plane crashes in Philadelphia and Alaska. A preliminary report on the Delta crash is expected within 30 days.
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