FedEx plane lands at Newark Airport with the engine on fire after striking a bird

A FedEx cargo jet was forced to make an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after colliding with a bird shortly after takeoff, resulting in an engine fire.

The event occurred aboard FedEx Flight 3609, which was its route to Indianapolis.

“FedEx Flight 3609 from Newark to Indianapolis experienced a bird strike during takeoff. Our crew declared an emergency and arrived safely in Newark. We are thankful for the quick actions of our crew and first responders,” the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement.

Flames erupted from beneath the aircraft as it rose, according to video footage taken just before 8 a.m. Saturday.

The jet made an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport around 8:07 a.m., according to the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. There were no injuries recorded.

"Our B767 crew declared an emergency and returned safely to Newark after dealing with the resulting engine damage, including an engine fire," FedEx said in a statement, adding that they are thankful for the "quick actions" of the crew and first responders.

The jet is disabled on the airport's runway, and the FAA is investigating the event.