Kendall-tamiami Executive Airport: Wildlife Strikes

115 reported strikes · 16 damaging · 1991–2026

📍 Miami, US · 25.648, -80.433

Species struck most often

  • Barn swallow4
  • Turkey vulture3
  • Purple martin2
  • Mourning dove2
  • American kestrel2
  • New World vultures2
  • Purple finch1
  • Boat-tailed grackle1

Notable strikes

  • 2012-11-02 · BELL-407 · White ibis · Substantial

    A/c was over the florida turnpike when it encountered a flock of birds. The rt windshield was penetrated and the bird landed in the cabin. Had to be replaced. Pilot received stitches in rt wrist and both legs. Photos.

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