‘I Was on the Flight That Crashed Today in Toronto’: Delta Passenger Speaks Out

A Reddit user and a CNN interviewee recounted their experiences from the Delta plane crash at Toronto Pearson Airport on February 17, 2025. The Reddit user described the fear and chaos, from turbulence before landing to the moment the plane flipped upside down. Passengers helped each other evacuate despite the shock, with one exit blocked by jet fuel. The user noted how selflessness prevailed amid the panic.

John Nelson, another passenger, detailed the crash in a CNN interview, describing the rough landing, the plane skidding, and an explosion. He recalled the moment passengers found themselves hanging upside down, quickly unbuckling to escape as they smelled jet fuel. Nelson expressed lingering shock but gratitude for survival.

Both accounts highlighted the terrifying experience, the swift response of emergency crews, and the collective efforts to ensure everyone’s safety. Social media reactions reflected shock and relief that all passengers survived.