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Ryanair flight turns back to Manchester after bird strike

The Ryanair flight was heading to Palma in Mallorca when it was forced to turn back. Credit: Dave Thompson / PA Archive/PA Images

A Ryanair flight has been forced to return to Manchester airport after a bird strike

The plane was heading to Palma in Mallorca when the pilot had to abandon the journey shortly after take-off.

This flight from Manchester to Palma returned to Manchester shortly after take-off following a minor bird strike.

The aircraft landed normally and the flight to Palma will operate as soon as possible.

Ryanair apologised to affected customers for any inconvenience caused.

– A Ryanair spokeswoman