15 Aug 2019 | 08:09 AM UTC
Russia: Passenger jet makes emergency landing near Moscow August 15
A passenger jet made an emergency landing in a field near Moscow’s Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA) after hitting a flock of birds; at least 23 people injured
Event
A passenger jet that left from Moscow's Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA) was forced to make an emergency landing in a field 1 km (.5 mi) from the airport on the morning (local time) of Thursday, August 15. The plane collided with a flock of birds, causing a malfunction in both engines. At least 23 people have been hospitalized with injuries. Emergency personnel have deployed to the area and recovery efforts are ongoing.
Advice
Individuals near ZIA are advised to avoid the area of the accident.
