The first officer of a United Airlines jet that struck a light pole at Newark Airport reported that he had indicated to the pilot that the aircraft was descending too slowly and was a little low. This statement was made as the plane approached landing.
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United Airlines Jet Incident at Newark Airport Involves Low Descent
A United Airlines jet struck a light pole at Newark Airport. The first officer noted that he had warned the pilot about the aircraft's slow and low descent during the approach.
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Copilot of United Airlines jet that hit light pole at Newark Airport realized too late plane was low: report
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United Airlines Jet Incident at Newark Airport Involves Low Descent