NTSB - SEA03FA024 DH8D birdstrike, Medford OR, 8 January 2003
NTSB - SEA03FA024 DH8D birdstrike, Medford OR, 8 January 2003
Publication info
Category
Accident Reports
Wildlife Strike
Airworthiness
Human Factors
Loss of Control
On 8 January 2003, a DHC8-400 sustained multiple bird strikes during a night visual circuit at the Medford airport, OR, USA, resulting in loss of flight displays, multiple false system warnings and the shattering of the LH windscreen. The Captain sustained significant facial injuries and temporary incapacitation with a successful approach and landing being completed by the co-pilot.







