In a startling incident witnessed by stunned travellers, two passenger planes collided on the tarmac at London’s Heathrow Airport. The collision occurred when a Virgin Atlantic Boeing 787 aircraft collided with a British Airways Airbus A350 while both planes were in the process of pushing back from the terminal.
The incident, which took place on the airport’s busy tarmac, left both aircraft with minor damage. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among passengers or crew members aboard either plane.
The collision caused a momentary disruption at Heathrow, one of the busiest airports in the world, as airport authorities worked swiftly to assess the situation and ensure the safety of all passengers and staff involved.
Both Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have launched investigations into the incident to determine the cause of the collision and to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Authorities at Heathrow Airport are also cooperating with the investigation.
Passengers and eyewitnesses expressed shock at the sight of the two large aircraft coming into contact with each other. The incident serves as a reminder of the meticulous coordination and safety protocols required to manage air traffic at major airports.
While minor collisions between aircraft on the ground are relatively rare, they underscore the importance of constant vigilance and adherence to safety procedures in the aviation industry.
