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Weather Balloon Company Believes Its Product Struck United Airlines Jet

Investigation of United Airlines Weather Balloon Incident

WindBorne Systems says one of its weather balloons likely struck a United Airlines 737 MAX 8 flying at about 36,000 feet. The impact cracked the windshield and injured a pilot, forcing the crew to divert to Salt Lake City. The jet landed safely, and the company is now working with the FAA and NTSB to […]