Watch: American Airlines flight struck by bird mid-air, makes emergency landing

A bird strike forced an American Airlines flight from LaGuardia to Charlotte to make an emergency landing at JFK Thursday night. One engine on the Airbus A321 failed shortly after takeoff, prompting a mayday call. The plane, carrying 190 passengers, landed safely with no injuries reported. Passengers recounted the frightening experience, with some describing explosions and flames.

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