Delta 1943 from DTW to ATL on Saturday.
Small bird stowaway found its way into the cockpit and decided to go along for the ride. Apparently wasn't too happy in the front office so the crew headed back to the gate while taxiing to the runway. An hour of searching by the crew and maintenance and it was not to be found.
Crew decided after an hour delay to head to Atlanta. About an hour into the flight, one of the pilots announced that the feathered friend had re-appeared in the cockpit as was causing somewhat of a ruckus. Back to Detroit. This time safely escorted off the flight.
Given the temperature in Detroit, I can't say I blame it trying to get to Atlanta
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