A FedEx cargo plane made an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after colliding with a bird shortly after takeoff. The incident occurred on Saturday morning, bound for Indianapolis.
The aircraft, FedEx Flight 3609, experienced an engine fire due to the bird strike. Footage captured just before 8 a.m. shows flames erupting from beneath the plane as it ascended.
According to a spokesperson for FedEx, the crew declared an emergency and returned safely to Newark. The representative praised the quick actions of the crew and first responders, expressing gratitude that no one was harmed during the incident.
The witness, Sofiane Zeblah, described the scene after the crash, stating he saw something fall from the sky before flames appeared on the right wing engine. He believed a large bird had caused the damage.
No further information was provided regarding the cause of the bird strike or any potential injuries sustained by passengers or crew members.
Source: https://abcnews.go.com/US/video-captures-fedex-planes-engine-flames-after-bird/story?id=119322666