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Yahoo
02-03-2025
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FedEx plane catches fire midair after hitting a bird during takeoff
A FedEx cargo plane had to make an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after striking a bird during takeoff. On Saturday, March 1, FedEx Flight 3609 traveling from Newark to Indianapolis returned to the airport at around 8 a.m. after the strike, which damaged one of the engines on the Boeing 767, the Federal Aviation Administration said. FedEx released a statement after the incident, confirming that the flight 'experienced a bird strike during takeoff.' 'Our B767 crew declared an emergency and returned safely to Newark after dealing with the resulting engine damage, including an engine fire,' FedEx said. 'The training, expertise, and professionalism demonstrated by our FedEx pilots was exemplary. We are thankful for the quick actions of our crew and first responders.' Videos shared on social media appeared to show the airplane's engine on fire while it was still in the air traveling over New Jersey. There were no reported injuries, according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. As a precaution, air traffic was paused, though operations have now resumed. Earlier in the week, several additional airline incidents occurred, including emergency landings and diversions. On Sunday, Feb. 23, American Airlines Flight AA292 traveling from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome due to a bomb threat. American Airlines shared in a statement that the flight was diverted 'due to a possible security issue,' which was later 'determined to be non-credible.' Just days later on Tuesday, Feb. 25, Delta Flight 876 heading from Atlanta to South Carolina had to turn around and make an emergency landing after the cabin appeared to be filled with smoke. This article was originally published on
Khaleej Times
02-03-2025
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- Khaleej Times
US: FedEx plane makes emergency landing after engine fire, bird strike; authorities to investigate
A FedEx Boeing 767 cargo plane struck a bird while departing Newark Airport, New Jersey, on Saturday and made an emergency landing with one engine on fire. FedEx Flight 3609, which was headed to Indianapolis, landed safely nine minutes after takeoff at 7.58am. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. "Video from the incident shows the quick-thinking pilots returning the plane to land safely while the engine is on fire," Duffy said. FedEx did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Duffy cited a US Department of Transportation report that said there were over 19,000 bird strikes in 2023, up 14 per cent over 2022. The report found 65 per cent of bird strikes occur during takeoff or landing and around 5 per cent of strikes result in damage to an aircraft.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
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- Yahoo
NTSB, FAA to investigate FedEx plane engine fire, emergency landing
By David Shepardson (Reuters) - A FedEx Boeing 767 cargo plane struck a bird while departing Newark Airport, New Jersey, on Saturday and made an emergency landing with one engine on fire. FedEx Flight 3609, which was headed to Indianapolis, landed safely nine minutes after takeoff at 7:58 a.m. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the strike caused one of the plane's engines to burst into flames, forcing the plane to quickly land. See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy. "Video from the incident shows the quick-thinking pilots returning the plane to land safely while the engine is on fire," Duffy said. FedEx did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Duffy cited a U.S. Department of Transportation report that said there were over 19,000 bird strikes in 2023, up 14% over 2022. The report found 65% of bird strikes occur during takeoff or landing and around 5% of strikes result in damage to an aircraft.
Reuters
02-03-2025
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- Reuters
NTSB, FAA to investigate FedEx plane engine fire, emergency landing
March 1 (Reuters) - A FedEx (FDX.N), opens new tab Boeing 767 cargo plane struck a bird while departing Newark Airport, New Jersey, on Saturday and made an emergency landing with one engine on fire. FedEx Flight 3609, which was headed to Indianapolis, landed safely nine minutes after takeoff at 7:58 a.m. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the strike caused one of the plane's engines to burst into flames, forcing the plane to quickly land. "Video from the incident shows the quick-thinking pilots returning the plane to land safely while the engine is on fire," Duffy said. FedEx did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Duffy cited a U.S. Department of Transportation report that said there were over 19,000 bird strikes in 2023, up 14% over 2022. The report found 65% of bird strikes occur during takeoff or landing and around 5% of strikes result in damage to an aircraft.
USA Today
02-03-2025
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- USA Today
Engine fire after bird strike forces FedEx plane to make emergency landing
Engine fire after bird strike forces FedEx plane to make emergency landing Show Caption Hide Caption FedEx plane catches fire before emergency landing at Newark airport A FedEx plane returned to Newark Liberty International Airport after it struck a bird and one of its engines caught on fire, officials said. A FedEx plane was forced to return to Newark Liberty International Airport Saturday morning after it struck a bird while taking off and one of its engines caught on fire, officials said. FedEx Flight 3609, a Boeing 767 jet, safely returned to Newark at about 8 a.m. Saturday, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement. It was on its way to Indianapolis when it struck the bird. "Our B767 crew declared an emergency and returned safely to Newark (after) dealing with the resulting engine damage, including an engine fire," FedEx said in a statement. "The training, expertise, and professionalism demonstrated by our FedEx pilots was exemplary." Video posted to social media Saturday morning showed a FedEx plane in the air, with one of its engines in flames. Another video showed it after touching down at Newark, engine still in a fireball. While minor aviation incidents aren't uncommon in the U.S. – there were over 1,400 crashes last year, according to the National Transportation Safety Board – all eyes have turned to the skies after a series of deadly airplane disasters this year. On Jan. 29, an American Airlines regional jet and military Blackhawk helicopter collided, killing all 67 people on board both aircraft. Days later, a Medevac jet crash in Philadelphia killed seven people and injured more than 20 others. In early February, a small commuter plane carrying 10 went missing in Alaska and was found crashed over sea ice, with all on board dead. Also in February, a Delta plane overturned and caught fire while landing in Canada; nobody died but several were injured. (This story has been updated to add new information and video.)
