Nearly a year following a dramatic crash landing by a Delta Airlines jet at Toronto Pearson International Airport, new insights have been revealed by the Transportation Safety Board (TSB) on the ongoing investigation.
The flight originating from Minneapolis, with a total of 76 passengers and four crew members, faced a harrowing landing around 2 p.m. on February 17. The aircraft made impact with the runway, resulting in the separation of crucial parts such as a wing and the tail section, leading to a fire outbreak. The distressing scene unfolded as the plane overturned and skidded along the runway, engulfed in flames.
Thankfully, despite the chaos, all passengers and cabin crew managed to evacuate through available emergency exits, with some sustaining injuries. However, all individuals on board survived the ordeal.
Recent updates on the investigation reveal that key components of the aircraft wreckage, including the right wing and landing gear, have been sent for further examination. Moreover, a detailed analysis of fracture surfaces on these components has been completed, with ongoing scrutiny of the findings.
Data retrieved from onboard recorders, as well as historical flight data from the aircraft, have been meticulously reviewed and compared for insights. Additionally, a comprehensive review of weather conditions during the incident, along with the analysis of wind patterns and data, has been carried out.
The investigative team has also conducted simulator exercises to simulate the events leading to the crash, with the analysis of these simulations currently underway.
The focus now shifts towards the finalization of analyzing technical, flight operations, and laboratory results, as preparations are made to compile the conclusive investigation report. However, the TSB has not specified a timeline for the release of the final report.