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According to initial reports, a Korean Air flight from Da Nang to Seoul (South Korea) had to be canceled for repairs due to a malfunction that caused the nose of the aircraft to be deformed.
Previously, flight KE462 was scheduled to depart from Da Nang Airport to Seoul. However, upon landing, ground staff discovered a dent in the nose of the aircraft. The dented area measured approximately 0.5 meters in diameter and showed signs of what appeared to be a bird strike.
A plane from Da Nang to South Korea had its flight canceled due to a dent in its nose.
A serious incident involving a bird strike resulted in the cancellation of a Korean Air flight from Da Nang back to Seoul. This decision was made after the flight crew and aviation technicians conducted a thorough inspection and found that the front of the aircraft was severely damaged, making the flight unsafe.
The flight cancellation caused a great deal of inconvenience for passengers, especially those with important schedules. However, passenger safety is always the top priority, and canceling the flight was the right decision to ensure absolute safety.
Immediately after the incident occurred, the Central Vietnam Aviation Authority was notified and coordinated closely with Korean Air to carry out the necessary procedures. Aviation technicians were dispatched to repair the damage and assess the severity of the incident.
The unit quickly resolved the issue, avoiding inconvenience for passengers.
As of the morning of October 23rd, the aircraft was still at Da Nang airport awaiting inspection and repair. The Central Vietnam Aviation Authority confirmed the incident and stated that they were awaiting a report. It is known that the time of the incident coincided with the peak season for migratory birds over Central Vietnam. This significantly increased the risk of collisions between aircraft and birds. To minimize risks, airports nationwide often strengthen preventative measures such as installing early warning systems, increasing patrols, and coordinating with local authorities to protect the habitat of bird species.
Unexpected incidents in the sky, whether minor or major, can have serious consequences for a flight. Collisions with foreign objects such as hailstones or birds are unforeseen and often unpredictable events that are beyond the control of the flight crew.
Modern airports are equipped with various devices and methods to deter birds, aiming to minimize the risk of collisions. However, unfortunate incidents still occur frequently, especially during takeoff and landing, when aircraft fly over areas with high bird populations. These situations require pilots to possess quick reflexes and extensive experience to ensure flight safety.
