White ibis: Aircraft Strikes
50 reported strikes · 5 damaging · Medium species
Airports where this happens most
- Orlando Intl15
- Sarasota-bradenton Intl Airport6
- Key West Intl Airport6
- Southwest Florida Intl Airport3
- Lakeland Linder International Airport2
- Valkaria1
- José Joaquín De Olmedo International Airport1
- Vero Beach Municipal1
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.