Two KLM aircraft collide on the ground at Schiphol Airport


THE HAGUE: Two aircraft operated by Dutch flag carrier KLM collided on the ground without injuries on Saturday (Feb 21) morning at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands, local media reported.

According to Dutch public broadcaster NOS, one flight had just landed from Birmingham, while the other was scheduled to depart for Athens. One of the aircraft was stationary, while the other was moving.

Passengers and crew from both aircraft were taken back to the gate after the incident. KLM said all passengers had been re-booked onto other flights.

Both aircraft were moved to a hangar for inspection.

KLM described the incident as "highly exceptional". The cause of the collision is still under investigation.  — Bernama-Xinhua

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