A minor collision involving two passenger aircraft occurred on the night of 3rd February at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. The incident took place between an Air India and an IndiGo aircraft while they were on the ground. No injuries were reported, and all passengers on board are safe.
Wing Contact Noted Between Stationary Aircraft
The incident happened during taxiing and ground movement operations late on Tuesday night. The wings of the two aircraft reportedly made contact while manoeuvring near a terminal area. Both aircraft sustained minor damage to their wingtips as a result of the contact.
There was no impact on flight operations at the airport following the incident. Airport authorities, along with the respective airline ground staff, responded promptly to the situation. Passengers were safely disembarked, and alternative arrangements were made where necessary.
Airlines Respond and Initiate Inspections
Air India and IndiGo confirmed that the incident involved their respective aircraft and stated that safety protocols were immediately followed. Engineering teams from both airlines initiated standard technical inspections to evaluate any potential structural impact and resolve necessary repairs before the aircraft could return to regular service.
While no delays were reported as a direct result of the incident, the affected aircraft were temporarily grounded for safety assessments and repair work. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has been informed and is expected to examine the matter further, as per aviation safety procedure.
Safety Measures and Investigation Likely
Initial observations suggest that the contact occurred during ground handling operations, but further details regarding the exact circumstances are awaited. It is expected that airport authorities and aviation regulators will review the incident in accordance with standard aviation safety guidelines to determine cause and ensure prevention of future occurrences.
The Mumbai airport, which is among the busiest in India, handles hundreds of flights daily. Ground operations at such high-traffic airports are closely monitored, with coordination between airlines and air traffic control critical to maintaining safety standards.
No disruption to overall airport operations was reported following the incident, and activities continued as scheduled.
