The aircraft was departing Argyle Airport at Saint Vincent and Grenadines for Miami when it encountered multiple bird strikes. Video / Jamali John / TwitterThe aircraft was departing Argyle Airport at Saint Vincent and Grenadines for Miami when it encountered multiple bird strikes. Video / Jamali John / TwitterA plane full of passengers was brought to a dramatic and sudden stop when the jet struck a flock of birds just seconds before takeoff. The strike was captured by planespotters beside the runway and in heart-stopping footage from passengers onboard, revealing how the pilots' split-second decision had passengers bracing against the force of the rapid deceleration. "There were no reported injuries and all passengers were provided with food and hotel accommodations.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 09, 2021 01:11 UTC