On May 4, 2024, an Avia Traffic Company Kyrgyzstan aircraft, a Boeing 737-300, suffered an engine failure following a collision with a bird during takeoff from Bishkek Airport (FRU) in Kyrgyzstan. The incident occurred when the Avia Traffic Company Kyrgyzstan Boeing 737-300, with registration EX-37020, was operating a domestic flight with flight number K9-117 from Bishkek (FRU) to Osh (OSS) on behalf of Tez Jet Airlines. Avia Air Traffic Company Kyrgyzstan, as well as all other airlines based in Kyrgyzstan, are on the list of airlines banned by the European Union due to non-compliance with EU regulatory oversight standards. According to Flightradar24.com data, the aircraft took off from FRU airport at 11:47 (UTC), with an expected arrival at the destination approximately 45 minutes later. However, as the aircraft reached an altitude of 5000 feet, the flight crew reported a bird strike on the right-hand side engine as well as a burning smell in the cabin. The aircraft immediately turned back for a safe landing and landed back in Bishkek approximately 20 minutes after takeoff. The bird strike caused significant damage to the engine, resulting in severe damage to all fan blades. According to flight data, the aircraft was still on the ground on May 5, 2024. Fortunately, no injuries or further incidents were reported. Birdstrikes can lead to dangerous situations Birdstrikes pose a serious threat to the aviation industry and can lead to serious accidents. These incidents occur when birds collide with aircraft, especially during takeoff or landing. Despite all the progress in