Pole strike during Newark landing as United 169 hits light pole above Turnpike
TL;DR
A United Airlines Boeing 767-400 on approach to Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole over the New Jersey Turnpike, damaging the pole and a nearby tractor-trailer. The truck driver suffered minor injuries and was treated and released; the aircraft landed safely and will be inspected as FAA conducts its investigation. Dashcam video captured the moment of impact.
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