A bird strike caused an American Airlines engine to burst into flames. The flight was leaving from Myrtle Beach carrying 181 people when it happened. The plane was able to safely return, but it was probably a serious code brown for a few people.
Birds Cause Flaming Jet Engine
Aug 12, 2026 | 8:32 AM
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