Delta flight struck by fireworks on approach to Chicago

A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Chicago was struck by fireworks as it prepared to land at Midway International Airport on Saturday night. The Airbus A319 was carrying 52 passengers and six crew members. According to the airline, the aircraft reportedly made contact with a firework while on descent, and the flight then landed safely and taxied to the gate. No injuries were reported, and the incident was passed on to aviation authorities. The pilot told air traffic control that the plane had been hit by a firework at about 200 feet, while controllers had already warned of fireworks near the approach path. The Chicago Police Department said the aircraft was struck by an unknown object that caused minor paint damage. The airline later said an inspection found no damage. The event happened as fireworks were being used around the United States to mark the nation’s 250th anniversary, with other large displays also taking place in Washington, DC.