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Plane Strikes Light Pole During New Jersey Landing

News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 05:54 PM EDTBy Hollie SilvermanDeputy Weekend EditorAuthorities are investigating after a United Airlines flight arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole along the New Jersey Turnpike during its landing on Sunday afternoon, WABC reported, citing officials. The airline reported no injuries among the 221 passengers and 10 crew members on board, according to the report.Newark is one of the nation’s busiest airports, and even minor landing incidents can trigger broader safety reviews. The incident raises questions about approach procedures, airport infrastructure, and whether the aircraft’s path or external factors contributed to the strike, especially in the wake of the deadly crash at LaGuardia airport that killed two pilots in March.Newsweek reached out to the FAA, United Airlines and Port Authority by email Sunday for more information. This is a breaking news story. Updates to come. ...

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United Airlines passenger allegedly assaulted flight attendant, tried to get into cockpit

A United Airlines passenger allegedly attacked a crew member and attempted to access the cockpit before being removed by police Saturday evening at Newark Liberty International Airport.The 48-year-old man, whose name was not released, was detained and taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation, according to the Port Authority Police Department. A second individual aboard declined medical attention; no other injuries were reported. Police provided no further details, but air traffic control audio captured United Flight 1837 requesting an emergency vehicle upon its arrival at Newark."A gentleman just attacked one of flight tenants and trying to open the forward main cabin door," a pilot said in the recording. "Oh my god," the controller responded."Trying to access the flight deck," the pilot continued. United Airlines confirmed that law enforcement assisted flight 1837 in handling an unruly passenger Saturday. In a statement, the airline said it was grateful to the flight crew for their efforts to "ensure the safety of fellow crew members and our customers." The Federal Aviation Administration said it would investigate the incident. The flight had arrived in New Jersey from the Dominican Republic at approximately 6:25 p.m Saturday. Nearly 500 unruly-passenger reports have been filed so far this

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Plane Strikes Light Pole During New Jersey Landing

News ArticlePublishedMay 03, 2026 at 05:54 PM EDTBy Hollie SilvermanDeputy Weekend EditorAuthorities are investigating after a United Airlines flight arriving at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole along the New Jersey Turnpike during its landing on Sunday afternoon, WABC reported, citing officials. The airline reported no injuries among the 221 passengers and 10 crew members on board, according to the report.Newark is one of the nation’s busiest airports, and even minor landing incidents can trigger broader safety reviews. The incident raises questions about approach procedures, airport infrastructure, and whether the aircraft’s path or external factors contributed to the strike, especially in the wake of the deadly crash at LaGuardia airport that killed two pilots in March.Newsweek reached out to the FAA, United Airlines and Port Authority by email Sunday for more information. This is a breaking news story. Updates to come. ...

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United Airlines passenger allegedly assaulted flight attendant, tried to get into cockpit
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United Airlines passenger allegedly assaulted flight attendant, tried to get into cockpit

A United Airlines passenger allegedly attacked a crew member and attempted to access the cockpit before being removed by police Saturday evening at Newark Liberty International Airport.The 48-year-old man, whose name was not released, was detained and taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation, according to the Port Authority Police Department. A second individual aboard declined medical attention; no other injuries were reported. Police provided no further details, but air traffic control audio captured United Flight 1837 requesting an emergency vehicle upon its arrival at Newark."A gentleman just attacked one of flight tenants and trying to open the forward main cabin door," a pilot said in the recording. "Oh my god," the controller responded."Trying to access the flight deck," the pilot continued. United Airlines confirmed that law enforcement assisted flight 1837 in handling an unruly passenger Saturday. In a statement, the airline said it was grateful to the flight crew for their efforts to "ensure the safety of fellow crew members and our customers." The Federal Aviation Administration said it would investigate the incident. The flight had arrived in New Jersey from the Dominican Republic at approximately 6:25 p.m Saturday. Nearly 500 unruly-passenger reports have been filed so far this

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