In a shocking incident at Denver International Airport, a Frontier Airlines flight reportedly struck a pedestrian on the runway during takeoff late Friday night. The flight, identified as Frontier Flight 4345 bound for Los Angeles International Airport, was preparing for departure when the collision occurred shortly after 1 a.m. EDT. The pilots were forced to abort takeoff after hitting the individual.
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched an investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision. According to reports, the pilot of the aircraft informed air traffic control that there were “231 souls” on board and that an individual was walking across the runway, leading to the tragic accident.
Frontier Airlines has released a statement expressing their condolences to the victim’s family and confirming that they are cooperating with the authorities in the investigation. The airline has also offered support to passengers and crew members who were on board the flight during the incident.
The incident has raised concerns about airport security and the safety protocols in place to prevent such accidents from occurring. It has also sparked discussions about the importance of vigilance and adherence to safety procedures in airport operations to avoid similar tragedies in the future.
As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to emerge regarding the sequence of events leading up to the collision and any potential lapses in safety protocols that may have contributed to the incident. The NTSB’s findings will be crucial in determining the cause of the accident and implementing measures to prevent similar incidents from happening.
In light of this tragic event, the aviation industry and airport authorities are likely to review and enhance their safety procedures to ensure the well-being of passengers, crew members, and airport personnel.
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References:
1. The Hill: [Frontier Airlines plane hits person on runway during takeoff at Denver airport](https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5870850-frontier-airlines-denver-airport-pedestrian-strike/)
2. WANE: [A Frontier plane hits a pedestrian during takeoff at Denver airport](https://www.wane.com/news/national-world/a-frontier-plane-hits-a-pedestrian-during-takeoff-at-denver-airport/)
3. The Guardian: [Frontier Airlines plane hits person on runway during takeoff at Denver airport](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimgFBVV95cUxObDZoVG90Z0JqRFBTNWxKcnZjdlU5RnUxaEx0Tm5DaVBsUGtyODdmTkJLcmFYSmV6MlJobG40eGVBbmtPVEpQbDh1YmxXdG1Mb1JOME4zeVpVNWZFOVctNlJ4ckZHZ05ieDhwUEZyZDdYdHFpeXVHTVVsdm5iQi1ER0loMUFQTTNVQjhlUjFWbmtfQXByWFBOb3hB?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
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