Lightning Strike Diverts London-Bound United Airlines Boeing 767-300ER to Boston

A United Airlines flight from Newark to London Heathrow was diverted to Boston on New Year’s Eve after reportedly being struck by lightning shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 767-300ER, carrying 100 passengers and 10 crew members, landed safely at Boston Logan Airport, where emergency crews confirmed no injuries and conducted an inspection. Passengers were accommodated overnight and flown to London the following day without further issues. Lightning strikes, while rare, are typically harmless due to aircraft engineering designed to dissipate electrical charges. The aircraft resumed its regular schedule after the incident, highlighting the safety protocols in place for such events.
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