FedEx Plane Catches Fire Mid-Flight, Crew Saves the Day!
So, get this—early Saturday morning, a FedEx cargo plane on its way from Newark to Indianapolis was totally thrown for a loop when its right engine erupted in flames due to a bird strike. Talk about a wild ride! According to a spokesperson for FedEx, around 8:07 AM local time, the crew pulled off a textbook emergency landing—like, we’re talking a total superhero moment here. Eyewitness videos show the plane making a dramatic right bank as billowing smoke and flames poured from the engine. Yikes!
Viewers on social media were on high alert as some reported hearing a loud explosion just as the plane started its emergency maneuver. Lucky for everyone involved, including the crew and first responders, there were no injuries reported. Injured emotions? Maybe. But physical injuries? Nada! Operations at Newark Airport were briefly ground to a halt while emergency protocols kicked in, but it was back to business as usual soon after the dust—or, you know, smoke—settled.
It’s not the first time we’ve seen wildlife wreak havoc on flight plans. Just this past summer, multiple airlines reported similar bird strikes leading to emergency landings, emphasizing how delicate the balance is between aviation and nature. According to the FAA, over 12,000 wildlife strikes are reported annually in the U.S., showcasing the real risks pilots face mid-air.
In the world of cargo flights, incidents like this remind us of the unsung heroes behind the scenes—the crew, who acted quickly and calmly in what could’ve been a terrifying scenario. Kudos to them! They say flying is one of the safest modes of transport, but it seems a little pep talk goes a long way—something we’ll gladly accept after a morning like that! If you’re a passenger, may your next flight be as uneventful as they come.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and Fox News, FAA Wildlife Strike Report
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