Passenger Jets Collide at Heathrow Airport
Two passenger jets collided on the ground at Heathrow Airport, resulting in damage to the wings of both aircraft.
Incident Details
- The collision involved a Virgin Atlantic plane and a British Airways aircraft at Terminal 3.
- The Virgin Atlantic aircraft, which had completed a flight, was being towed to another part of the airport.
- No passengers were on board the Virgin aircraft during the incident.
- British Airways had 121 passengers aboard and was scheduled to depart for Accra, Ghana.
Response and Investigation
Emergency services responded swiftly to the collision and evaluated the damage to separate the planes safely.
Both airlines initiated investigations into the incident, with engineering teams conducting maintenance checks on the affected aircraft.
Safety Assurance
No passenger injuries were reported, alleviating immediate concerns about the passengers’ well-being.
Both airlines emphasized that customer and crew safety is their top priority and provided alternative arrangements for affected passengers.
Official Statements
A Virgin Atlantic spokesman confirmed the incident and reassured that a thorough investigation is underway.
A British Airways spokesman acknowledged the collision and stated that alternative aircraft arrangements were made to minimize customer impact.