Incident Overview
During a nighttime approach, a flight established on final approach at 190 knots and approximately 4,700 feet MSL encountered a flock of Canadian geese. The flight crew did not see the geese before impact.
Impact and Damage
One goose penetrated the pressure bulkhead through the radome. Another goose splattered debris over the captain's windshield. Additionally, other geese in the flock damaged fairings, wing roots, and Krueger flaps.
Actions After Impact
The first officer took over the controls from the captain and landed the aircraft without further incident.
Conclusion
The aircraft sustained damage from multiple bird strikes during the approach, but the flight crew managed to land safely.
