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Tourist Plane Strikes Zebra in Tanzania
Tourist plane crashes after hitting zebra during takeoff in Tanzania.
In brief
Tourist plane crashes after hitting zebra during takeoff in Tanzania. A tourist plane carrying 30 people hit and killed a zebra on takeoff in Tanzania before emergency landing safely. Originally reported by LADbible.
Tourist Plane Hits Zebra
A tourist plane carrying 30 people was filmed suffering a dramatic crash landing after striking a zebra on the runway.
Takeoff in Serengeti
The aircraft struck the zebra during takeoff in Tanzania from the Seronera Airstrip at around 11:30am on Sunday (4 October).
Flight Details
The Sindbard Air flight carried 26 passengers and four crew members when the collision happened, killing the zebra.
Emergency Landing
The plane developed landing gear problems and diverted to Kilimanjaro International Airport after the incident.
Aircraft Damage
The aircraft sustained substantial damage and smoke billowed from the plane after the emergency landing.
Investigation Begins
Tanzanian aviation authorities launched an investigation into the incident and suspended airport operations temporarily.
What it means
A tourist plane carrying 30 people hit and killed a zebra on takeoff in Tanzania before emergency landing safely.
