A lawsuit has been filed in the aftermath of a mysterious plane crash in Toronto. The incident, which led to the hospitalization of twenty-one individuals who were on board a flight originating from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, has prompted legal action. According to the applicable treaty, passengers injured during international flights are entitled to compensation of up to $200,000, with the possibility of receiving more if the airline is deemed negligent. Passengers have a two-year window to initiate legal proceedings under this treaty.
In response to the crash landing, Delta CEO Ed Bastian confirmed that all hospitalized individuals have since been discharged. Delta has made an offer of $30,000 to each passenger on the flight, assuring them that this gesture does not come with any conditions and does not impact their legal rights. Additionally, amid false online rumors questioning the qualifications of the flight crew, Delta provided further details about the captain and first officer. Both individuals are certified by the Federal Aviation Administration, with the captain having a background in pilot training and flight safety roles. The first officer, recruited by Endeavor last year, holds the highest-level pilot certification in the United States, according to Delta.
The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, with teams from the National Transportation Safety Board and the FAA collaborating with Canadian authorities. Delta has chosen not to comment on the pending legal action surrounding the incident. In other news, there are concerns about potential budget cuts affecting the 9/11 health program for first responders, and astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson has shared insights on a projected asteroid collision in 2032. Furthermore, a new study confirms the phenomenon of parents showing favoritism among their children.
