Air Force Mascot Falcon Improving After Injury At West Point
The 22-year-old bird named Aurora “was able to fly around in her pen” on Sunday, said Air Force Academy spokesperson Lt. Col. Tracy A. Bunko. The development is “an extremely good sign,” Bunko said, adding that the academy is “grateful for the outpouring of support and optimistic for Aurora’s recovery.” The falcon will continue to be evaluated and will get antibiotics to prevent infection, Bunko said. Army officials at West Point apologized Sunday for the injuries to the falcon and promised a full investigation....