Delta Air Lines Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, tragically crashed upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport on Monday. The Bombardier CRJ-900 aircraft, arriving from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, overturned on the runway, resulting in injuries to 15 individuals, an increase of 7 from the initial report of 8 injuries. Despite the crash, all 80 people on board—including 76 passengers and four crew members—survived the incident.
Emergency responders were quick to arrive at the scene, assisting passengers in evacuating the overturned aircraft. Among the injured, reports indicate that a child and two adults sustained critical injuries, although none of the injuries are considered life-threatening. The injured passengers were immediately transported to local hospitals for further medical care.
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The crash occurred during adverse weather conditions, with heavy snowfall and strong winds battering the region. These challenging conditions, including a snow-covered runway, may have played a role in the incident.
Following the crash, Toronto Pearson International Airport temporarily suspended all arrivals and departures, issuing a ground stop to allow emergency operations to take place. The disruption resulted in multiple flight cancellations and diversions, with some flights redirected to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Preliminary findings are expected within 24 hours, as authorities work to assess the factors that contributed to the incident.
