Bird Strike Caused Damage

Pegasus Airlines flight #PC1193 from Istanbul to Athens, operated by an Airbus A321neo with registration TC-RDR, collided with birds during takeoff. After that, the pilots decided to return to Sabiha Gökçen Airport for inspection.

The aircraft landed safely, but damage occurred to the nose section. The aircraft was removed from service while the technical team began maintenance and repair work.