American Airlines Plane Lands at Miami International Airport with Bullet Holes on Wing After Flight from Colombia

Suspected Bullet Holes Found on American Airlines Plane Wing

On February 24, 2026, an American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 safely landed at Miami International Airport after a flight from Colombia. However, during a routine post-flight technical inspection, staff discovered multiple suspected bullet holes on the aircraft's right wing.

Flight AA923 touched down at Miami International Airport this past Monday, to the surprise of the technical crew. The holes were specifically found on the right aileron, a critical component responsible for horizontal balance during flight.

Despite the concerning perforations, the aircraft completed its journey without any reported technical issues during the flight. An American Airlines representative confirmed that all passengers and crew members were safe, with no reports of injuries or emergencies prior to the discovery.

Investigation and Maintenance Following the Incident

In an official statement sent to media outlets, American Airlines announced that the aircraft was immediately removed from service for repairs. The airline pledged to cooperate closely with authorities and investigative units to clarify the cause and the precise location where the plane might have been hit.

According to flight tracking data, this aircraft had been at Jose Maria Cordova International Airport in Colombia on Sunday before performing its round-trip flight to the U.S. Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft typically accommodate over 160 passengers, but the exact number of people on the affected flight has not yet been disclosed.

After landing in Miami, the technical team implemented temporary reinforcement measures to ensure structural integrity. By that evening, the plane had been transferred to the airline's main maintenance center at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport for engineers to conduct a comprehensive and in-depth assessment.

Currently, the aircraft remains out of service for detailed examination. The cause of the perforations remains unknown, awaiting the final conclusions from aviation investigators.