The pilots of Horizon Air Flight 2052 aborted takeoff at LAX after striking a bird, and upon returning, the airline offered alternative transport to passengers.
The FAA is investigating the bird collision, as wildlife strikes have notably surged 14% recently, attributed to lifted travel restrictions post-COVID.
Since 1990, over 290,000 wildlife strikes have been recorded in the U.S., with waterfowl, raptors, and gulls being the most frequent victims.
Though the specific number of passengers aboard the aircraft hasn't been confirmed, the Embraer E75 can accommodate up to 76 individuals.
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