Created Monday, Jan 4th 2021 14:27Z, last updated Monday, Jan 4th 2021 14:45Z
An EAT Leipzig Airbus A300-600 on behalf of DHL, registration D-AEAC performing flight
QY-1239 from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Leipzig (Germany), was rotating for takeoff from Amsterdam's runway 36L when the left hand engine (PW4158) emitted a bang and a streak of flames. The crew continued takeoff, during initial climb reported they had a bird strike likely into the landing gear, they were okay now. The aircraft continued to Leipzig for a safe landing about 50 minutes later.
The aircraft remained on the ground in Leipzig for about 13.5 hours before returning to service.
Ground observer video (Video: PilotSanderHD):
