Boeing flight makes emergency landing in Rome after bird strike causes engine fire
A Hainan Airlines flight carrying 265 people made an emergency landing in Rome after a bird strike caused a fire in one of its engines shortly after take-off. The flight was headed to Shenzhen, China. The incident occurred on November 10, 2024, shortly after the plane took off from Fiumicino Airport. The crew followed safety procedures and returned to the airport, landing safely at 11:06 AM local time. Passengers disembarked without incident, and Hainan Airlines stated they would provide assistance. Video footage showed flames erupting from the engine during the flight.