Flight Delayed After Two Pigeons Found Flying Inside Plane

In a funny twist, a commercial flight was delayed when two pigeons were found flying inside the cabin just before takeoff. The unexpected guests caused a bit of chaos — and a lot of laughter — among passengers.
The bizarre moment quickly went viral online, with people flooding social media with memes and jokes about the "feathered passengers" who didn't have boarding passes.

• Two pigeons were spotted flying inside the cabin of a commercial aircraft.

• The flight was delayed as crew members tried to remove the birds safely.

• Passengers caught the incident on camera — videos are now trending.

• Authorities took nearly 30 minutes to resolve the situation.

• Investigation underway to determine how the pigeons entered the aircraft.

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Several passengers recorded the scene as two pigeons flew around the cabin, occasionally perching on overhead compartments and window ledges.

• "Are they flying economy or business class?"

• "Looks like the pigeons wanted a free ride!"

• "Now even birds can afford to travel — thanks to inflation!"

The flight was delayed by approximately 30 to 40 minutes as airline staff tried to gently capture and remove the birds.

• Some were amused and even entertained by the incident.

• Others expressed frustration at the delay.

• One passenger joked: “At least they weren’t snakes!”

According to aviation experts, pigeons could have entered:

• During aircraft cleaning, the doors were left open.

• While passengers were boarding.

• If the cargo doors were open at the terminal.

An internal investigation is now underway to review airport security and aircraft maintenance protocols.

Although the incident may seem funny, experts stress the importance of flight safety. Birds flying freely inside a cabin can:

• Distract the flight crew.

• Trigger panic among certain passengers.

• Pose risks during takeoff or landing.

The airline involved has reportedly issued a statement promising to enhance security checks and monitor boarding procedures more strictly.

“While it might sound amusing, animals or birds in the cabin can interfere with safety protocols. All access points must be double-checked before takeoff.”

“This is not the first time a bird has ended up in human transport. Birds are curious and often follow food smells or light — it’s important for airlines to be vigilant.”

While it was an unusual and light-hearted disruption, the pigeon incident highlights the need for strict ground-level checks before takeoff. As air travel increases globally, airlines must balance safety, hygiene, and surprises—even if they come with feathers!