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Stephen Colbert Reflects on Recent Plane Crash During His Late Show Monologue

Known for his sharp wit, CBS host Stephen Colbert recently opened his monologue with a candid admission, acknowledging, “I’m a little stressed these days,” a sentiment that resonates with many Americans amid current events. He elaborated on how he and his team at “The Late Show” cope by seeking out lighter news stories to craft humor around, humorously noting, “Do you want to know how messed up things are? The lightest story in the news is a plane crash.”

Colbert was highlighting a dramatic incident involving a Delta jet that crash-landed in Toronto, a situation that could have ended tragically but, thankfully, did not. The aircraft, carrying 80 people, ended up flipping over upon landing, an occurrence Colbert termed a “miracle” due to the fact there were no casualties.

In his signature comedic style, Colbert reflected nostalgia for simpler aviation issues: “Remember the good old days when it was just doors flying off the thing? I miss that.” He humorously compared the sight of the overturned plane to an awkward encounter with a teacher, saying, “It’s like running into your teacher at the grocery store and they’re upside down and on fire.”

As the monologue progressed, Colbert provided insight into the circumstances surrounding the crash. “Authorities are still investigating exactly how this happened,” he explained, noting that the crash occurred during severe wind conditions, with gusts reaching 40 miles per hour on the ground. In an attempt to maneuver through the high winds, the pilots executed a technique known as a ‘crab maneuver,’ which involves aligning the aircraft into the wind before making the final turn onto the runway. Colbert humorously demonstrated this maneuver by mimicking a crab’s sideways shuffle.

Unfortunately for the pilots, Colbert quipped, “the maneuver was unsuccessful due to the earth being in the way,” leading to a bumpy landing that resulted in the plane flipping over. As part of his comedic recounting, he shared footage recorded by a survivor of the crash, cheekily remarking on the colorful language captured in the video, “That was also his answer on the post flight survey.”

Shifting focus, Colbert then tackled the ongoing corruption scandal involving New York City Mayor Eric Adams, continuing the trend of humor with pointed commentary. He teased further misdeeds, stating, “But it gets guiltier.” His critiques were intertwined with humor, reflecting the pressing concerns around political integrity.

Colbert’s blend of humor and serious topics continues to resonate with viewers, making his commentary both entertaining and thought-provoking.

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