SpiceJet Plane Hits Stationary Akasa Aircraft at Delhi Airport, No Injuries Reported

A minor collision between two aircraft at Delhi airport on Thursday afternoon caused brief concern, but thankfully no injuries were reported.

The incident involved a SpiceJet plane and an Akasa Air aircraft during ground movement.

What Happened at the Airport?

The incident took place around 2:15 pm when a SpiceJet aircraft was taxiing towards its parking gate after arriving from Leh. At the same time, an Akasa Air plane was preparing for departure to Hyderabad.

According to initial information, the moving SpiceJet aircraft came into contact with the stationary Akasa aircraft during this process. The collision happened on the ground and not during flight, which helped avoid any major damage or injuries.

Damage to Both Aircraft

Though the accident was minor, both planes suffered some damage:

• The right winglet of the SpiceJet aircraft was damaged
• The left horizontal stabilizer of the Akasa aircraft was hit

Airport authorities and airline staff quickly assessed the situation to ensure safety.

Passengers and Crew Safe

Both airlines confirmed that all passengers and crew members were safe. As a precaution, passengers were safely deboarded after the incident.

Akasa Air, in its official statement, said that their aircraft was stationary at the time of the collision. The airline also assured that alternative arrangements were being made to send passengers to Hyderabad as soon as possible.

Airlines Respond to the Incident

Akasa Air stated that safety remains their top priority and confirmed that the matter has been reported to the relevant authorities.

The airline said,

"All passengers and crew were safely disembarked, and our ground teams are making alternative arrangements."
Both airlines are cooperating with airport authorities to understand how the incident occurred.

Investigation Underway

Authorities have started an investigation to find out the exact cause of the collision. Early indications suggest that it happened during routine ground movement, but officials will examine all procedures followed at the time.

Such incidents are rare but highlight the importance of strict coordination during aircraft taxiing and ground handling.