Norfolk Intl: Wildlife Strikes
922 reported strikes · 66 damaging · 1990–2026
📍 Norfolk, US · 36.895, -76.201
Species struck most often
- Gulls167
- European starling38
- Canada goose31
- Mourning dove28
- American kestrel28
- Eastern meadowlark23
- Barn swallow21
- Sparrows20
Notable strikes
- 2017-12-23 · B-717-200 · Bald eagle · Substantial
MOR Remarks: At 1919Z DAL2141/B712 was on takeoff roll when they struck a single medium sized crow at 130KTS prior to V1. Pilots reported no adverse effects and flight continued to destination/KATL. Upon arrival Capt. Roger Pryor/404-677-1574 called back to…
- 2023-09-23 · B-757-200 · Red-tailed hawk · Substantial
Database note: two si id s produced multiples species. Emailed pilot and airport ops on 12.13.23 for more information on species. Metal debris, possibly fan blade from engine, found on RWY 23 at RWY 14 intersection. Ses. Six photos. Smithsonian…
Source: FAA National Wildlife Strike Database · United States Government public domain.