ALBAWABA - In Heathrow Airport in London, two airplanes collided while on the runway, sparking concerns over safety protocols.
Reports from British media outlets reveal that the collision involved a Virgin Atlantic 787 aircraft and a British Airways Airbus A350, both sustaining minor damages during the incident.
According to statements released by Virgin Atlantic, the collision occurred as one of their empty aircraft's wingtips made contact with another plane while being towed at Terminal 3 of Heathrow Airport.
Emphasizing the paramount importance of passenger and crew safety, Virgin Atlantic assured that no passengers were on board during the incident and that a thorough investigation had been initiated.
The collision, which led to a delay in the flight schedule of the British Airways aircraft by approximately four hours, raised concerns among airport authorities regarding operational disruptions.
Despite the tense situation, airport officials confirmed that there were no reported injuries resulting from the incident, providing a semblance of relief amid the chaos.
