Crime & Safety

American Airlines Flight Strikes Multiple Birds Near PHL, Lands Shortly After Takeoff

We've reached out to American Airlines for more information on the flight, its number of passengers and its destination.

(Jenna Fisher/Patch)

September 10, 2025

An American Airlines flight departing Philadelphia International Airport landed back at the airport after striking multiple birds shortly after takeoff, airport officials said.

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We've reached out to American Airlines for more information on the flight, its number of passengers and its destination.

A spokesperson for PHL said there were no reported injuries.

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