Operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were disrupted after ground support equipment reportedly collided with parked Air India aircraft during strong winds and heavy rainfall.
Heavy winds and rainfall triggered disruption at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) after three parked Air India aircraft were reportedly damaged in an incident involving ground support equipment on Sunday evening.
According to preliminary reports, the incident took place around 4:40 PM near the parking bays close to Terminal 2 of the airport during adverse weather conditions caused by strong winds and heavy rain in the national capital.
Airport officials stated that ground support equipment allegedly collided with the parked Air India aircraft after being affected by the severe weather conditions. The impact reportedly caused damage to multiple aircraft stationed in the parking area.
Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported in the incident as no staff members or operational crew were present in the affected parking bay at the time of the collision.
The incident briefly created operational concerns at the airport and triggered an internal review regarding safety measures and equipment handling during extreme weather conditions.
Delhi witnessed heavy rainfall and gusty winds on Sunday, leading to waterlogging, traffic congestion, and weather-related disruptions across several parts of the city and nearby regions.
Officials said technical teams and airport authorities are currently assessing the extent of damage caused to the Air India aircraft while further investigation into the incident remains underway.
The development has once again highlighted challenges faced by airport ground operations during sudden weather disturbances, especially during the ongoing monsoon-related weather activity affecting northern India.
Air India and airport authorities have not yet released detailed information regarding the operational impact on scheduled flights or repair timelines for the affected aircraft.
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