Final
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Feb 22, 2026
YV2923 accident at Maiquetía, Venezuela
Mcdonnell Douglas DC-9 — Birdstrike at SVMI (Maiquetía, Venezuela)
DateFeb 22, 2026
Tail numberYV2923
AircraftMcdonnell Douglas DC-9
LocationSVMI — Maiquetía, Venezuela
Phase of flightTakeoff
OperationPart NUSC
InjuriesNone
NTSB caseDCA26WA136
Probable cause
Birdstrike during takeoff Injuries: None. N/A.
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