Bird strike occurred moments after Airbus A321 took off from Beirut . The plane was carrying more than 100 passengers and crew when it hit the ground at around 7.30pm local time (0830 GMT) on Sunday. Pilot made an emergency landing in Beirut after engine failed . Most of the 144 passengers applauded and cheered as plane landed safely . Passengers were offered hotel rooms and rebooked on other flights .
Bird strike occurred moments after Airbus A321 took off from Beirut . Footage shows bright flashes as flames shoot from plane 's left engine . Pilot made an emergency landing in Beirut after engine failed . Most of the 144 passengers applauded and cheered as plane landed safely . Passengers were offered hotel rooms and rebooked on other flights .