Two Planes Collide: Chaos at Delhi Airport

An Akasa Air and a SpiceJet plane collided at Delhi airport, grounding both aircraft. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is investigating. SpiceJet's winglet damaged Akasa Air's tail surface. Pilots and an air traffic controller are under scrutiny. Flights between Delhi, Hyderabad, and Leh were affected.

An unexpected collision between two aircraft caused a stir at Delhi Airport on Thursday afternoon. An Akasa Air plane and a SpiceJet flight came into contact, resulting in significant damage to both aircraft. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation to determine the cause of this ground mishap.

The incident took place around 2.15 pm at Terminal 1. The Akasa Air aircraft, positioned to start its engines, was stationary when the SpiceJet plane, arriving from Leh, struck it while being improperly guided to its parking bay. Immediate actions include derostering the involved pilots and an air traffic controller while the probe continues.

The collision affected flight schedules, notably Akasa Air's QP 1406 to Hyderabad, and raised questions about ground handling protocols. Safety measures and inspections have been intensified as the DGCA and aviation ministry ensure safety compliance and steps to prevent future occurrences.