A 737 headed in to land in Denver was struck by a bird, which caused significant damage to the nose of the plane. The 737 was still 25 miles away from the airport when it was struck, but the pilots managed to land safely.
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In a related story: “Bird Struck By 737″……….causing significant damage…….
No ID?
Well, it sure was no House Sparrow…