[Steve_Seattle]

"We ought to consider the possibility that a birdstrike did happen."

Birds have brought down airliners before, so there is nothing absurd about the possibility, but too many people seem determined to spin conspiracy theories or make jokes.

[patriciaruth]

See photos above.

[d14truth]

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Preserve

"This major refuge encompasses 9,155 acres of diverse habitats, including salt marsh, upland field and woods, several fresh and brackish water ponds, and an open expanse of bay and islands. It is internationally renowned as a prime birding spot where thousands of water, land and shorebirds stop during migration."

Note nearby attractions: JFK International Airport