Igor I Sikorsky Memorial: Wildlife Strikes

150 reported strikes · 22 damaging · 1990–2025

📍 Bridgeport, US · 41.164, -73.126

Species struck most often

  • Gulls15
  • Sparrows10
  • European starling10
  • Canada goose10
  • Rock pigeon6
  • Tree swallow5
  • Osprey5
  • Mourning dove4

Notable strikes

  • 1994-06-09 · PA-28 · Canada goose · Substantial

    Bird was struck on landing roll between taxiway h and intersecting runways. Major damage to windshield and radio antennae. Usgs band # 86806278. Pilot receive minor cut on right thumb.

Source: FAA National Wildlife Strike Database · United States Government public domain.