22.12.2025 20:05
A Ryanair passenger plane collided with a fuel tanker at Edinburgh Airport. After the accident, the passengers on the plane were evacuated and the flight was canceled. Ryanair announced that the flight would be operated with a backup aircraft.
A Ryanair passenger plane collided with a fuel tanker at Edinburgh Airport. Passengers on board were evacuated, and the flight was canceled due to the incident.
According to initial reports, the wingtip of the aircraft struck the cabin of the fuel vehicle on the apron. Following the contact, standard safety procedures were activated.
Authorities stated that there was no fire and no injuries occurred during the incident.
Passengers on the plane were evacuated in a controlled and safe manner.
BACKUP AIRCRAFT DEPLOYED
The flight planned on the Edinburgh–Faro route was delayed due to the aircraft being taken for technical inspection. Ryanair announced that the flight would be carried out with a backup aircraft and that passenger safety is a priority.
It was noted that the flight has been rescheduled for a later time during the day, and updates regarding flight information are being shared via FlightRadar24.
AIRPORT OPERATIONS UNAFFECTED
Authorities stated that the incident did not affect other arrivals and departures, and apron operations returned to normal flow shortly. Technical teams have initiated detailed checks on the wing structure and related systems of the aircraft that made contact.
It was emphasized that ground incidents in aviation require comprehensive examination of wing tips, fuel systems, and fuselage components, even if they occur at low speeds. In this context, relevant authorities and the airline are expected to conduct a root cause analysis and evaluate apron procedures.
RYANAIR'S STATEMENT
In a statement made by Ryanair, it was indicated that the contact occurred between the wingtip and the cabin of the fuel vehicle, that passengers were disembarked following normal procedures, and that the flight would be completed with a backup aircraft.