On the afternoon of Wednesday, the 18th, a Baron 58 aircraft had to execute an emergency landing at the Amarais Airport in Campinas, São Paulo, after colliding with a bird during takeoff. The incident led to a malfunction in the landing gear. Fortunately, the aircraft was only carrying the pilot, who was unharmed during the event. The pilot declared an emergency shortly after the bird strike.

Emergency teams at the airport and the local fire brigade were alerted and positioned themselves near the runway to assist with landing. Reports confirmed that the front landing gear of the aircraft had not deployed, which complicated the landing process. The landing took place around 3:45 PM, with the emergency teams in attendance, ensuring the situation was managed without further complications.

As a result of this incident, the Brazilian Center for Aeronautical Accident Investigation and Prevention (CENIPA) is expected to conduct an investigation to determine the conditions that led to the bird strike and assess any systemic issues related to such events. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by aircraft during takeoff and the importance of emergency response readiness at airports.