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09 - From Takeoff To Return The China Eastern Bird Strike Flight MU-2701

09 - From Takeoff To Return The China Eastern Bird Strike Flight MU-2701

Update: 2025-10-19
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What happens when a plane, just minutes into its climb, is suddenly grounded by a bird? On October 2nd, a China Eastern A321 operating Flight MU-2701 was forced to stop its ascent and return to Wuxi after a suspected bird strike at 8,900 feet. Join Aviation English specialist Emilia Barska as she breaks down the crew's textbook response, the resulting 7.5-hour passenger delay, and the damage that kept the aircraft on the ground for days.This is a deep dive into safety protocols and essential aviation vocabulary. 
Boost your ICAO Level 5/6 skills with the definitions for Occurrence Aircraft, Replacement Aircraft, and To Enter a Hold.Fly safe, and tune in for more essential Aviation English!
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09 - From Takeoff To Return The China Eastern Bird Strike Flight MU-2701

09 - From Takeoff To Return The China Eastern Bird Strike Flight MU-2701

Emilia Barska