A transatlantic United Airlines flight turned around after being struck by lightning on New Year's Eve

A transatlantic United Airlines flight turned around after being struck by lightning on New Year's Eve

The flight was operated by a United Airlines Boeing 767 (not pictured.)Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesA transatlantic United Airlines flight turned around on New Year's Eve.The plane's crew reported a lightning strike, the FAA said.Passengers were booked into overnight accommodation in Boston, a United spokesperson said.United Airlines passengers unexpectedly celebrated the New Year in Boston after their transatlantic flight turned ar…

London-Bound United Airlines B767-300 Diverts to Boston After Lightning Strike

A United Airlines Boeing 767-300 outbound from Newark Liberty Airport to London diverted to Boston after a lightning strike on 31 December 2024. United Airlines flight UA16, operated by a Boeing 767-300, had conducted a departure from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). United Airlines UA16 Newark-London The flight was to be a scheduled service to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Following departure, the flight had set course normally an…