Three Air India aircraft parked at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport were hit by ground equipment, leading to their removal from service, the airline confirmed on Sunday.
Incident Details
The collision occurred while the planes were stationary at the airport. All three aircraft sustained damage from the ground support vehicles or equipment, rendering them unfit for immediate operations. Air India stated that safety inspections and necessary repairs are being undertaken to bring the aircraft back into service.
Impact on Operations
The grounding of these aircraft may cause temporary disruptions to Air India's flight schedule. The airline is working to minimize passenger inconvenience by rebooking affected travelers onto alternative flights.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about ground handling safety at major airports. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collision to prevent future occurrences.
