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Watch: Loose pigeons cause havoc on plane before take-off

Watch: Loose pigeons cause havoc on plane before take-off

Summary

A Delta flight from Minneapolis to Madison was delayed when two pigeons got onto the plane. One bird was removed before take-off, but the second bird caused the plane to return to the gate, resulting in a one-hour delay.

Key Facts

  • A Delta flight was traveling from Minneapolis to Madison, Wisconsin.
  • Two pigeons ended up inside the plane before take-off.
  • Passengers and crew were puzzled by the birds.
  • Baggage handlers removed the first pigeon safely.
  • As the plane started moving on the runway, the second pigeon appeared.
  • The pilot had to contact air traffic control to go back to the gate.
  • The flight arrived in Madison one hour later than planned.
  • Delta apologized to passengers for the delay.

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