Tragic Incident at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport Claims Lives of Delta Employees

ATLANTA, Aug. 27, 2024 – A tragic incident occurred early Tuesday morning at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where a tire explosion during maintenance led to the deaths of two Delta Air Lines employees and injured a third.

The explosion took place around 5 a.m. while technicians were removing a tire from a Boeing 757-232 stationed at Delta’s Technical Operations Maintenance facility. Initial reports indicate that the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.

Delta Air Lines confirmed the fatalities and expressed sorrow in a brief statement, highlighting their dedication to supporting the families of the victims during this difficult time. The airline praised the first responders and medical teams for their swift action and stated that they are cooperating with local authorities to investigate the incident.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens acknowledged the gravity of the situation and offered condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased employees. Multiple agencies were deployed to the scene to assist in addressing the aftermath of the explosion.

Flight operations at the airport were reported to be unaffected by the incident. The aircraft involved had recently flown into Atlanta after completing a journey from Las Vegas on Sunday night.