# Delta flight hit by firework while landing at Chicago Midway on Fourth of July

A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by a firework as it landed at Chicago Midway Airport on the Fourth of July. Passengers reported a loud bang, and the aircraft was inspected for damage. The incident highlights the dangers of celebratory fireworks near airports, especially on holidays, though no injuries were reported.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj4gg89r9gdo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:18:40 GMT

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/delta-flight-hit-by-firework-while-landing-at-midway-airport-on-fourth-of-july/3957451/) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:22:51 +0000