FedEx cargo plane makes emergency landing at Newark after bird strike

A FedEx cargo plane, Flight 3609, was forced to make an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after a bird strike caused an engine fire shortly after takeoff. The incident, which occurred around 8 a.m. Saturday, led to flames shooting from the right engine of the Boeing 767, but the plane landed safely with no injuries reported. Videos from witnesses showed the plane engulfed in flames, and air traffic at the airport was briefly halted as a precaution. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed the bird strike and is investigating the incident. FedEx and airport officials commended the quick actions of the crew and first responders. Operations at the airport resumed soon after the landing.