When this Carnaby's cockatoo was seriously burnt in a powerline explosion, it seemed like he would never again know the joy of flying.

Thankfully, Australia's Perth Zoo has a crafty staff of veterinarians and vet techs who knew of a procedure that might restore this endangered bird's flight.

The process, called "imping," involves the feathers of a deceased donor bird and some good old ingenuity. With matchsticks and super glue, the vets attach the donor feathers to the cockatoo.

It will take a bit of time for him to recover, but it looks like he's going to be OK!