Lightning Strikes Southwest Flight, No Injuries Reported
Written by Site Hub on June 22, 2025
A Southwest Airlines flight from Tampa to Denver was struck by lightning during its descent into Denver International Airport on Sunday. Despite the dramatic incident, the aircraft landed safely and taxied to the gate without any complications. Emergency services were dispatched as a precaution. Southwest Airlines confirmed the lightning strike and stated that the aircraft was taken out of service for a thorough inspection by maintenance crews. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among the passengers or crew. Lightning strikes on airplanes, while alarming, are relatively rare and commercial aircraft are designed to withstand them. The incident highlights the effectiveness of aviation safety protocols and aircraft resilience during extreme weather events.
Source: 13WHAM News
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