A United Airlines Boeing 767 was involved in a serious aviation incident near Newark Airport on Sunday, May 3, when its landing gear struck a truck during final approach, leaving one driver injured and prompting an FAA probe. The aircraft, operating as flight 169 from Venice, was carrying 231 people and landed safely despite the collision. Authorities confirmed no passengers or crew were injured, while the driver on the ground suffered minor injuries. The airline has removed the crew from duty as part of standard safety protocol.

What happened at newark airport?

The incident occurred at approximately 2 PM local time on May 3 as the aircraft approached Newark Liberty International Airport. According to New Jersey State Police, the landing gear and underside of the Boeing 767 collided with a roadside pole and a moving tractor-trailer on a nearby highway. The force of the impact caused the pole to strike another passing vehicle, creating a chain reaction on the road below.

How was the driver affected?

The truck belonged to H&S Bakery. Company officials stated that the aircraft’s wheel struck the driver’s side window, causing minor cuts. The driver was taken to a nearby hospital, treated, and later discharged. Despite the direct impact, the truck itself remained largely undamaged, highlighting how narrowly a more severe outcome was avoided.

Plane lands safely despite collision

Even after the landing gear collision, the Boeing 767 continued its descent and landed safely at Newark Airport. There were no reports of injuries among the 221 passengers and 10 crew members on board. Aviation experts note that such incidents are rare but emphasize the importance of strict aircraft safety checks during approach.

FAA and airline launch investigation

The Federal Aviation Administration has confirmed it is conducting a detailed investigation into the aviation incident to determine the exact cause. United Airlines also stated it will carry out a thorough internal review. Removing the flight crew from service during the investigation is standard practice and does not indicate fault.

Viral footage highlights near disaster

Dash cam footage from the truck capturing the moment of impact has gone viral, drawing widespread attention to the risks associated with runway approach paths near busy highways. The video shows how close the situation came to becoming a major disaster, raising fresh concerns about airport safety and surrounding infrastructure.