Rogue gator delays flight at Savannah/Hilton Head airport: ‘He just laid down’
A Delta flight from Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport was briefly delayed due to an alligator resting near the runway. WJCL 22 reports.
According to air traffic records obtained by the station, the pilot of the plane reported that the medium-sized alligator was reported around 6 p.m. on March 20, before its scheduled takeoff.
After an air traffic controller expressed confusion, the pilot replied, “Yes, about five feet.” “He just laid down.”
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Airport spokeswoman Lori Lynah did not immediately respond to a phone call seeking more information Wednesday.
Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport is located at 400 Airways Boulevard in Savannah, just 40 miles from Hilton Head Island.
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Crocodiles appeared brumation period lasting for months and they’re making their public appearance in the Lowcountry once again.
Residents encountering reptiles in unfamiliar or densely populated areas encouraged to report sightings to local wildlife officials or their state’s department of natural resources.
John Dreyer shared this photo of a large alligator posing next to a sign warning visitors about alligators in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve in April 2023.
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