On 16 August, a Brussels Airlines Airbus A319 (registered OO-SSF) operated flight SN3598 between Marseille, France, and Brussels, Belgium. Upon departure from Marseille-Provence airport, the aircraft suffered a bird strike.
The pilots declared the problem to air traffic control before entering into a holding pattern south of Lyon. The Airbus safely landed at Lyon Satolas airport.
A Brussels Airlines spokesperson confirmed the incident: “The aircraft made a precautionary landing at Lyon airport after a bird strike, the 136 passengers and 5 crew members will be able to continue their journey to Brussels on Saturday.”
A post-flight inspection revealed that both engines suffered light damage, the spokesperson said, adding that repairs will be performed tonight.
Passengers and crew are being accommodated at nearby hotels.
