A FedEx Boeing 767 cargo plane made an emergency landing at Newark Airport, New Jersey, after striking a bird during takeoff, causing one engine to catch fire.
FedEx Flight 3609, bound for Indianapolis, took off at 7:58 a.m. but had to return just nine minutes later. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are investigating the incident.
Key Details:
- Cause: Bird strike led to engine fire
- Outcome: Safe landing, no injuries
- Investigation: FAA and NTSB reviewing incident
Did you know? In 2023, there were over 19,000 bird strikes in the U.S., with 65% occurring during takeoff or landing.