A Qatar Airways plane made an emergency landing at Istanbul's Ataturk airport after a possible bird strike.  

Witnesses with cellphones recorded the drama as the  plane - its left engine on fire - prepared for the emergency landing.

After several tense minutes, the plane landed safely.

Officials said a bird strike shortly after take-off from the same airport was likely to blame. 

Signs of damage could be seen as staff inspected the plane. 

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