SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A Delta plane safely returned to the Salt Lake City International Airport on Saturday after a bird struck one of its engines during its ascent.
A bird collided with one of the aircraft’s two engines shortly after takeoff, forcing Delta flight 2255 to return to the airport, according to Delta Air Lines officials.
The incident caused delays for Detroit-bound travelers, with the plane returning and being taxied to the gate. Officials said all 157 customers were reaccommodated on a new aircraft and departed for the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport later that evening…