Inadequate crosswind compensation led to CRJ700’s dual wing-tip strike

Investigation into Endeavor Air incident at Atlanta finds both wings made ground contact during overcorrection. US investigators believe a MHIRJ CRJ700 attempting to land at Atlanta struck the ground with both wing-tips because its captain did not compensate sufficiently for gusting crosswinds. The Delta Connection aircraft – operated by Endeavor A...

• Published date: 21-08-2026 06:55 AM