Firework rocket strikes Delta Airlines plane landing in Chicago

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A Delta Airlines plane with 58 people aboard was struck by a stray firework rocket during landing in Chicago. The Airbus A319 was about 200 feet above the runway when the incident occurred during celebrations for the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The aircraft landed safely, and no injuries were reported. The event, which occurred on Saturday evening, is considered highly unusual by aviation experts.


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