All articles tagged with #windshield crack
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 flying from Denver to Los Angeles diverted to Salt Lake City after a windshield cracked mid-flight, possibly due to hail or space debris, causing a six-hour delay for passengers. The incident is under investigation, with theories including space debris and hail damage.
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 was diverted to Salt Lake City after a windshield cracked midair, showing scorch marks and bruising suggesting a high-energy impact, possibly from space debris or a meteorite, though the cause remains under investigation. The pilot was slightly injured, but all passengers were safely rebooked, highlighting a rare and mysterious incident in commercial aviation.
An Alaska Airlines flight from Arlington, VA landed safely in Portland after the plane's inner windshield cracked during descent. The plane, carrying 159 passengers and 6 crew members, suffered a small crack, but with its 5-layer windows, it was able to land safely without interruption or loss of pressure. All of Alaska's 737s feature 5-layer windscreens, and the plane will now be inspected and repaired by engineers on the ground.
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 experienced a minor crack in its inner windshield while landing at Portland International Airport. The crew followed safety procedures and the plane landed safely. The aircraft, equipped with a five-layer windshield, will be inspected and repaired by engineers on the ground.