American Airlines Boeing 737-800 hits flock of geese after takeoff, causes an engine fire, returns safely to Columbus, OH

American Airlines flight AA1958 from Columbus, OH (CMH) to the Phoenix (PHX) on Sunday, April 23, 2023 with Boeing 737-800 N972NN departed as usual at 8:22 am.

Shortly after takeoff the airliner reportedly collided with a flock of geese causing the right engine to catch on fire. Flames and smoke were noted coming from the engine.

The aircvraft landed safely 25 minutes after takeoff.