Two United Airlines aircraft were involved in a minor ground collision at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, one of the busiest aviation hubs in the United States. The incident occurred when a Boeing 737, operating flight UA2652 from Jackson Hole, made contact with the left horizontal stabilizer of a parked Boeing 767 while taxiing to its gate.
Air Busan has reported that one of its A321 aircraft, serial 3297, sustained substantial damage following an onboard fire while preparing for departure at Busan-Gimhae International Airport. Fortunately, all passengers and crew safely evacuated without injuries.
Emerald Airlines (Ireland) has confirmed that one of its aircraft, an ATR72-200, serial 1297, experienced a nose gear collapse while landing at Belfast City Airport. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported among passengers or crew, but the aircraft sustained substantial damage, prompting an investigation into the incident.
Azimuth Airlines (Russia) is currently assessing the continued operation of its Sukhoi SJ-100 aircraft involved in an incident at Antalya Airport. The plane experienced a hard landing, during which a fuel fire ignited near the aircraft. Preliminary evaluations suggest the plane may be deemed a total loss.
