Delta plane crash updates — Multiple injured after jet flipped onto its roof at Toronto Pearson International Airport
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YUL Montréal–Trudeau International Airport preparing for diversions

YUL Montréal–Trudeau International Airport have announced they are taking on diverted flights due to the crash.

A statement on X reads: “Due to an accident involving a @Delta Airlines aircraft at @TorontoPearson’s airport, #YUL is preparing to receive several diversion flights. Our teams are already in action to welcome them. However, given the large number of passengers at YUL, please note that the situation may cause delays at various points along the passenger process. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”

Delta Airlines release full statement

Delta Airlines have released a statement regarding the crash.

It reads: “Delta Connection flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air using a CRJ900 aircraft, was involved in a single-aircraft accident at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) around 3:30p ET on Monday. The flight originated from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).

“Initial reports were that there are no fatalities. Several customers with injuries were transported to area hospitals. Our primary focus is taking care of those impacted.

“The flight was carrying a total of 80 people – 76 passengers and four crew.

“YYZ was closed shortly after the incident occurred. Delta is working to connect with customers traveling from, to or through YYZ who should also monitor the status of their flight via the Fly Delta app.

“Endeavor Air is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines headquartered in Minneapolis.

“Delta will provide updates at news.delta.com.”

Ontario premier also speaks out regarding accident

Ontario premier Doug Ford posted his relief regarding the lack of casualties.

Ford wrote on X: “I’m relieved there are no casualties after the incident at Toronto Pearson. Provincial officials are in contact with the airport and local authorities and will provide any help that’s needed.”

Canada’s transport minister speaks out over accident

Canada’s transport minister Anita Anand has said on X that’s she closely following developments on the crash.

She said on X: “I’m closely following the serious incident at the Pearson Airport involving Delta Airlines flight 4819 from Minneapolis. All 80 passengers onboard are accounted for. Updates will follow.”

Light snow and crosswinds in area at time of crash

According to CBS, at the time of the crash there had been light snow falling and crosswinds of up to 40mph.

Toronto’s Pearson International airport had been experiencing many delays recently due to bad weather.

Paramedics say three passengers are critically injured

Peel Regional Paramedic Services in Toronto have revealed that 15 people in total were injured in the crash.

Of those, one child and two adults are critically injured, a statement says.