FedEx Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Newark After Bird Strike and Engine Fire
A FedEx cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing at Newark Airport on Saturday morning after a bird strike caused its right engine to catch fire, according to reports from the New York Post.
Incident Details
• The Boeing 767-3S2F took off from Newark Liberty International Airport around 8 AM (local time).
• Shortly after takeoff, the right engine caught fire, reportedly due to a bird strike.
• Video footage showed flames spewing from the affected engine as the aircraft made its way back to the airport.
• The plane landed safely, and no injuries were reported.
Response and Investigation
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and FedEx confirmed the details of the incident. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to assess the damage and safety concerns.
This incident comes amid a series of recent airline accidents, raising concerns over air safety and prompting calls for stricter regulations and maintenance protocols.
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