A Vistara flight received damages after it was struck by a tow truck during pushback at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on Tuesday. According to the images seen by News18, the aircraft engine of the Mumbai-Kolkata flight sustained the most damages.
Following the incident, another plane for the passengers bound for Kolkata was arranged, with all 140 passengers on board deemed to be safe, the airline said.
The plane has been grounded and is undergoing necessary checks and repair, according to reports.
“While on ground, Vistara aircraft operating flight UK 775 from Mumbai to Kolkata on 1 August 2023 got hit by a ground service equipment, causing damage to one of the engines. The aircraft is undergoing necessary checks and repair,” a statement by Vistara spokesperson said.
“In the meantime, to minimise inconvenience to our customers, an alternate aircraft was immediately arranged. As always, safety of our customers and crew is most important to Vistara,” it added.
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