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FAA Probes Deer Strike That Grounded Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 8

Kodiak airport officials are reviewing wildlife hazard protocols following the collision that damaged the aircraft’s landing gear.

An investigation has been initiated regarding the incident where a plane hit multiple deer while landing in Alaska. (Representational image).
Alaska Airlines planes are seen at Anchorage airport on Monday, June 2, 2025, in Deadhorse, Alaska. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane)
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Alaska Airlines flight hits three deer at Kodiak Airport In Alaska | Image: X

Overview

  • The FAA opened a formal investigation into the July 24 incident in which Flight AS231 struck at least two deer during its landing rollout.
  • An inspection found damage to the main landing gear of the Boeing 737 MAX 8, leaving the aircraft grounded in Kodiak pending repairs.
  • Kodiak Benny Benson State Airport closed the runway briefly to clear deer carcasses and canceled passenger flights for the rest of the day.
  • Alaska Airlines rebooked affected travelers on later flights and confirmed no injuries among passengers or crew.
  • Wildlife strikes occur daily at U.S. airports, with over 22,000 incidents last year and more than two dozen involving deer.