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Air Europa B737-800 Skids Off Runway After Bird Strike

May 9, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Air Europa B737-800 suffered a runway excursion at Palma de Mallorca.
The incident occurred after a bird strike during departure from Madrid.
No injuries were reported among the occupants.
The aircraft was later towed away for inspection.

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Strategic Implications

This incident may highlight the risks associated with bird strikes and the importance of thorough maintenance checks. The decision to continue flying after the strike could suggest that the airline's safety protocols are under scrutiny, which may impact the industry's approach to handling similar situations.

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What Happened

Madrid Flight Lands Safely But Suffers Runway Excursion At Palma

An Air Europa Boeing 737-800 operating flight UX6079 from Madrid-Barajas to Palma de Mallorca suffered a runway excursion upon landing due to a bird strike that occurred during departure. Despite the incident, all occupants were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported. The aircraft was later towed away for closer inspection, and the affected runway was closed for less than an hour. The incident was first reported by AeroTime.

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