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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Bay Area tech CEO says test project likely struck United flight at 36,000 feet

The object that struck United Flight 1093's windshield was likely a WindBorne Systems atmospheric balloon, prompting company cooperation with investigators and changes to flight-altitude operations.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Palo Alto-Based Startup Admits Its Smart Weather Balloon' Likely Hit and Grounded a United Airlines Flight

WindBorne Systems' weather balloon likely struck United Airlines flight UA1093's windshield at 36,000 ft, cracking it, injuring a pilot, and forcing an emergency landing.
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