NBC News published this video item, entitled “Plane engine catches on fire after striking flock of geese” – below is their description.
An American Airlines flight hit a flock of geese, causing the engine to become engulfed in flames. NBC News’ Tom Costello shares more on wildlife strikes, noting there were more than 15,000 in the U.S. in 2021.
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