Here's why it's rare and what we know:

* Space is vast: The odds of a meteor colliding with a plane are extremely low.

* Most meteors burn up: The vast majority of meteors are small and burn up in the atmosphere before they can reach the ground.

* Planes fly at relatively low altitudes: Most commercial flights operate below 40,000 feet, which is well below the altitude where most meteors enter the atmosphere.

Here are some notable cases:

* 1994 incident: A Boeing 747 flying over the Caribbean was struck by a small meteor, creating a hole in the fuselage. The plane landed safely, and the incident is considered the first confirmed case of a meteor hitting a commercial airliner.

* 2003 incident: A Qantas 747 flying from London to Sydney was struck by a meteorite. The plane landed safely with a small dent in the fuselage.

These incidents highlight the incredible rarity of meteor strikes on aircraft. The likelihood of such an event happening again is very low, but it serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with flying.