In a viral video...

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It was a typical day for Ariel Valiente, flying high above Vinces, a city in the Los Rios Province of Ecuador.

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While cruising at 10,000 feet, the serenity was abruptly shattered when a massive bird smashed through the cockpit.

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The aftermath was hair-raising – a blood-covered pilot and a sizable bird carcass dangling before him.

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Despite the terrifying situation, Valiente remained unflappable.

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His top priority was to keep the aircraft in flight and ensure the safety of those onboard.

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This adrenaline-fueled event did not stay confined to the cockpit.

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The incident, captured on video, soon made its way to the digital realm and began making rounds on social media.

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The reactions were diverse, with many applauding the pilot’s bravery and steadiness.

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It’s safe to say that Valiente has now joined the ranks of those who have experienced the extraordinary and lived to tell the tale.

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Blood-Spattered Pilot After a Giant Bird Collision