Mini bus hits parked Indigo aircraft at Bengaluru airport, one injury reported
PTC News Desk: A tempo traveller collided with a parked Indigo aircraft at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport on Sunday. The vehicle hit the 'undercarriage of the non-operational aircraft', the airport spokesperson said.
One person has been reportedly injured in the incident.
A Bengaluru airport spokesperson said the incident took place around noon on Friday. "On April 18, 2025, at approximately 12:15 PM, a vehicle operated by a third-party ground handling agency made contact with the undercarriage of a non-operational Aircraft On-Ground at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru. There were no injuries reported," a statement said. "All necessary protocols have been promptly followed in coordination with relevant stakeholders. The safety and security of our passengers, airline partners, and airport personnel remain our highest priority," it added.
The IndiGo statement said the aircraft had been grounded for engine repairs. "A Tempo traveler collided with a stationary IndiGo aircraft at Kempegowda International Airport. The aircraft had been grounded for engine repairs and was parked at Alpha Parking Bay 71. The accident is said to have occurred due to the TT driver's negligence while dropping off staff. The top portion of the vehicle was damaged, the driver has sustained minor injuries," it said.
The authorities have initiated required investigation into the matter and inquiry has been ordered.
- PTC NEWS
