Event Brief
Plane crew knew they were too low before NJ Turnpike hit
Filed: Jun 05, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: The NTSB said the airliner crew knew they were too low when landing in Newark.
WHO: NTSB
WHAT: NTSB reported the plane crew knew they were too low before shearing off a light pole along the New Jersey Turnpike.
WHEN: Jun 04, 2026 at 11:51 PM ET
WHERE: Newark, New Jersey
WHY: The crew knew they were too low when landing, preceding the light-pole strike.
ℹ️ This event is analyzed using pattern arcs, velocity indicators, and source analysis in our MI Console.
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