United Airlines flight hits turnpike light pole, injures driver

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A United Airlines jet struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike while approaching Newark Liberty International Airport, injuring a driver.

WHO: United Airlines

WHAT: A United Airlines flight struck a New Jersey Turnpike light pole

WHEN: May 3, 2026 at 9:41 PM ET

WHERE: New Jersey Turnpike, New Jersey

WHY: The triggering event was the flight striking the light pole.

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