United 737 MAX Struck by Possible Space Debris at High Altitude
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Summary
A United Airlines 737 MAX aircraft was struck by a falling object, possibly space debris, at 36,000 feet over Colorado. The incident caused damage to the windshield and frame, with photos showing a pilot's arm covered in small cuts and scratches. The captain reportedly described the object as 'space debris,' suggesting it may have come from a rocket or satellite. The plane was en route from Denver to Los Angeles when the rare event occurred.
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One of the photos shows a pilot's arm peppered with small cuts and scratches
The captain reportedly described the object that hit the plane as 'space debris,' which would suggest it was from a rocket or satellite
Space debris was suggested in the extremely rare event
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