New footage capturing the aftermath of the Toronto plane crash has surfaced, showcasing the chaos after Delta Flight 4819 flipped on a runway at Pearson International Airport. Passengers, including Peter Koukov, described hanging upside down like batswhile crew members assisted evacuations. The CRJ 900 aircraft, operated by Endeavor Air, carried 76 passengers and four crew members during Monday’s incident.
In the video obtained by ABC News, emergency responders rushed to the overturned plane as travelers dangled precariously from seatbelts.
We hit the ground sideways, then suddenly everyone was upside down,said Koukov. People needed help getting down—it was surreal.The evacuation unfolded amid gusting 40 mph winds, though officials confirmed the runway was dry during landing.
Peel Regional Paramedic Services reported 18 hospitalizations, including three critical cases:
- A child hospitalized at SickKids now in good condition
- A man in his 60s with severe injuries
- A woman in her 40s requiring urgent care
Twelve others sustained minor wounds. Toronto Pearson CEO Deborah Flint praised the emergency response, emphasizing crews reached the site within minutes.
This outcome reflects their heroic work,Flint stated.
Investigators have yet to determine the crash’s cause. Fire Chief Todd Aitkin cautioned against speculation, noting:
This is an active investigation. We’re analyzing all factors.Witness Ron James described smoke visible from nearby terminals, disrupting adjacent flights.
Passenger Pete Carlson recounted the disorienting experience:
One minute you’re landing, the next you’re surrounded by grinding metal and cement.Boeing has not commented on potential mechanical issues. Aviation analysts stress the rarity of runway flip incidents, with only seven globally since 2018.
