Speculation is running wild after a Delta Airlines plane flipped upon landing at Toronto’s Pearson Airport, leaving passengers dangling upside down in sheer terror. Miraculously, no one was killed, though 21 people were rushed to the hospital. But now, a new controversy has emerged—sources claim the pilot in command was a woman who had only obtained her certification a month ago.
Online discussions exploded after prominent accounts on X alleged that the pilot was an inexperienced female. “Won’t post her name and info, but the Delta plane crash was piloted by a woman who just got certified, by an operator airline that makes a big deal of having female pilots,” wrote Indian Bronson. When questioned, Bronson pointed out that flight dispatcher transcripts could easily verify the pilot’s identity.
Right Angle News Network further fueled the debate, sharing a post that read: “A leak purportedly shows the pilot in command of the Delta plane crash at Toronto International Airport received her pilot license only one month ago. DEI for the win!”
Another source alleged that the woman in question had only previously served as an instructor pilot for small propeller aircraft and had only recently been licensed to co-pilot a small jet.
Despite the swirling rumors, authorities have yet to confirm the pilot’s identity, raising questions about why this information is being withheld. The controversy has only intensified due to Endeavor Air—Delta’s subsidiary that operated the flight—facing scrutiny for its strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Critics claim the airline prioritizes gender-based hiring practices over experience, with some pointing to promotional materials that proudly showcase all-female flight crews.
Screenshots circulating online from Delta’s DEI website have only added fuel to the fire, with critics accusing the airline of being more focused on identity politics than pilot competency. As the investigation continues, the internet is ablaze with debate, and memes mocking the situation are spreading fast.
