Close Encounter on the Tarmac: Akasa Air and SpiceJet Collision

A collision between wings of Akasa Air and SpiceJet planes occurred on a taxiway at Delhi airport, grounding both aircraft. The incident took place near Terminal 1, involving a stationary Akasa Air and a taxiing SpiceJet plane. All passengers and crew were safely disembarked.

At Delhi Airport, a collision between Akasa Air and SpiceJet planes on the taxiway grounded both aircraft. The incident occurred Thursday afternoon, with Akasa Air preparing for takeoff and SpiceJet taxiing to a parking stand.

The Akasa Air flight, set for destination Hyderabad, was delayed as initial findings show the Akasa aircraft was stationary when hit. The involved plane is a Boeing 737 MAX 8, and all passengers were evacuated safely.

SpiceJet's plane, also a Boeing model, sustained damage, particularly to its right winglet. Both airlines have complied with investigation protocols, while officials confirmed the contact happened at Terminal 1.

(With inputs from agencies.)