Why Did Air India and IndiGo Airbus A320s Clip Wings in Mumbai?
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Air India and IndiGo Airbus A320s clipped wingtips at Mumbai Airport during ground movements on Tuesday, prompting a DGCA probe and grounding both aircraft.
Key Takeaways
- •Two Airbus A320 aircraft sustained minor wingtip damage at Mumbai Airport on February 3, 2026.
- •The incident involved Air India flight AI 2732 and IndiGo flight 6E 791 during ground movements.
- •India's DGCA has launched a formal probe into the ground collision to determine the cause.
- •All passengers and crew were safely disembarked with no reported injuries.
A significant ground incident occurred at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai on Tuesday evening.
The wingtips of two narrow-body Airbus A320 aircraft made contact on the taxiway. The incident involved an Air India flight and an IndiGo flight.
Incident Details and Regulatory Response
The event took place around 7:30 pm on February 3, 2026. The Air India aircraft, flight AI 2732, was preparing for departure to Coimbatore. The IndiGo aircraft, flight 6E 791, was taxiing after its arrival from Hyderabad.
Reports indicate the right wingtips of both planes touched during ground maneuvers. This resulted in minor damage to the metal parts of both aircraft wingtips.
Crucially, all passengers and crew aboard both flights were reported safe. There were no injuries resulting from the Air India IndiGo ground collision.
India's aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), was immediately informed. The DGCA has since launched a formal probe into the aircraft ground movement safety event.
Operational Impact and Safety Measures
Both airlines confirmed the Mumbai Airport wingtip contact incident. They stated that established airline safety protocols were followed.
As a precautionary measure, both Airbus A320 aircraft were immediately grounded. They were taken out of service for full technical inspections and necessary repairs.
- Air India flight AI 2732 was delayed, and passengers were re-accommodated.
- The IndiGo aircraft was also undergoing maintenance checks.
This grounding is standard procedure following any Airbus A320 wingtip damage. The investigation will determine the exact cause. It will look at factors like pilot error, air traffic control instructions, or taxiway incident aviation safety concerns. Such events highlight the challenges of managing ground traffic at busy hubs. The DGCA investigation will aim to prevent future similar occurrences.
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Written by Ujjwal Sukhwani
Aviation News Editor & Industry Analyst delivering clear coverage for a worldwide audience. Covers flight operations, safety regulations, and market trends with expert analysis.
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