Airborne Anomalies: When Nature Takes Flight Control A China Southern Airbus A321 was struck by lightning while taxiing at Shenzhen Baoan International Airport, leaving 20 visible strike marks on the plane.
This incident raises questions about the risks and realities of air travel in extreme weather conditions.
The sheer number of strikes is a stark reminder that despite advances in technology and safety protocols, air travel remains vulnerable to natural phenomena.