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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating a British Airways incident involving a Boeing 777-300ER on April 26, 2025. The aircraft reportedly encountered a bird strike and experienced cabin fumes thereafter. The incident forced the plane to make an emergency landing at Boston Logan International Airport.
The British Airways flight, carrying flight number 216, began its journey at Washington Dulles International Airport, intending to reach London Heathrow Airport. The Boeing 777-300ER was registered as G-STBD, seating 254 passengers across four classes. Despite encountering problems, the aircraft landed safely at Boston Logan, without further issues.
The FAA confirmed the incident in a statement, saying, “British Airways Flight 216 landed safely at Boston Logan International Airport around 7:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, April 26, after the crew reported a possible bird strike and fumes in the cabin. The Boeing 777 departed Dulles International Airport and was headed to Heathrow Airport in London. The FAA will investigate.”
