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AsiaOne
17 hours ago
- General
- AsiaOne
Plane wing tears into another plane's tail in Vietnam airport, 4 pilots suspended, Asia News
Four pilots in Vietnam have been suspended after two planes came into contact with each other on the ground at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport last Friday (June 27), according to multiple reports by Vietnamese media. The planes belong to Vietnam Airlines. In a video of the incident, the wing of a Boeing 787 can be seen gliding by the rear end of a stationary Airbus A321 as it travels across the taxiway. The B787's wing then comes into contact with the A321's rear rudder, causing it to bend as the B787 pushes forward. The B787 stops briefly— but then continues forward, further bending the A321's rudder and causing the entire plane to rotate slightly on the spot. The rudder soon gives way and the wing slices through it, exiting on the other side as the B787 continues to taxi. The B787 then comes to a stop shortly after as the video ends. According to Vietnamese publication Nguoi Lao Dong last Friday, the incident occurred around 2.20pm (3.20pm, Singapore time), causing damage to both the B787's right wingtip and the A321's vertical tail and rudder. Both crew and all 386 passengers were brought back to the terminal safely and put on replacement flights to continue their journey, Nguoi Lao Dong reported. Debris was spotted at the scene, which was cleared by 3.30pm later that afternoon. "Immediately after the incident, Noi Bai International Airport coordinated with relevant units to inspect the scene, towed the two planes to a safe parking position, cleared and cleaned the taxiways S and S3," a spokesperson for the airport said, according to Vietnamese publication Quang Ninh. Four pilots suspended Four pilots have been suspended pending investigation, Vietnamese publication Dan Tri reported last Saturday. An independent investigation team was also put together to work with the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) to determine the cause of the incident. Nguoi Lao Dong also reported that the CAAV assessed the incident as a serious incident, designating it "level B". This means that the incident has caused compromised safety leading to temporary closure of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking lots or temporary closure of airports. Security measures stepped up On Sunday (June 29), the CAAV issued urgent instructions to step up inspection, evaluation and internal monitoring on flights as well as review operational procedures to improve safety, Vietnamese publication Lang Son reported. Pilots must comply with standard operating procedures during taxiing, take-off and landing such as conducting taxiway meetings before each flight or increasing observation during taxiing, it said. [[nid:719534]] khooyihang@
Straits Times
a day ago
- Straits Times
Vietnam aviation authority urges heightened flight safety following aircraft collision in Hanoi
On June 27, a Boeing 787 preparing to take off for HCM City collided into the tail of an Airbus 321. PHOTO: NOI BAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HANOI - The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV) has issued an urgent directive to aviation units nationwide, calling for strengthened flight safety measures during the summer peak travel period and in anticipation of adverse weather conditions such as thunderstorms. The move comes in response to a recent ground collision involving two Vietnam Airlines aircrafts. On June 27, a Boeing 787 preparing to take off for HCM City collided into the tail of an Airbus 321 waiting to take off for Dien Bien City, at the intersection of taxiways S and S3 at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. The two airplanes and the four pilots have been suspended, while investigation into the cause is underway. The incident is rated level B in aviation incident assessment, second out of five levels. The CAAV instructed all relevant entities to strictly implement directives on maintaining aviation safety in poor weather conditions and to adhere fully to operational procedures and crew rest regulations. Airlines and aviation organisations are required to step up awareness campaigns among staff, especially pilots and air traffic controllers, on compliance with safety protocols. Pilots must strictly follow standard operating procedures, particularly during critical flight phases such as taxiing, takeoff and landing. Prior to departure, pilots are advised to conduct thorough briefings on taxi routes, use up-to-date airport charts and clearly assign tasks within the cockpit crew. During taxiing, heightened vigilance is required to identify key intersections, narrow taxiways and high-traffic areas. If unsure about clearance from obstacles such as other aircraft, vehicles, personnel or foreign object debris, pilots must immediately halt and inform air traffic controllers. Pilots are also required to employ a 'readback-hearback-confirmation' protocol with air traffic controllers to ensure accurate understanding of instructions. In cases of ambiguity, clarification must be sought before proceeding. Personal activities such as taking photos or filming are prohibited during operations. Internally, airlines must strengthen flight supervision, conduct regular reviews of operational procedures and promote a culture of continuous safety improvement. Air traffic controllers are likewise mandated to maintain full visual surveillance of aircraft movements during their shifts, utilising available technologies such as ground surveillance systems, binoculars and visual markers to monitor aircraft position, direction and spacing. Any abnormal or unauthorised movement such as incorrect taxiing or stopping in restricted areas must be detected and addressed promptly. Controllers must remain fully attentive, accurately relay instructions and repeat them when there is any indication of misunderstanding, especially with critical commands related to runway crossings or holding positions. Weather updates must be frequently communicated to pilots, enabling timely adjustments and informed decision-making. Airport operators have been told to intensify inspections of signage, ground markings, lighting systems and taxiway indicators to ensure optimal safety and service readiness. They are also encouraged to consider advanced surface movement guidance systems at high-traffic airports to prevent runway incursions and ground collisions. The CAAV emphasised that all units must remain vigilant and proactive to ensure aviation safety amid growing air traffic and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. VIET NAM NEWS / ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Wing tip meets tail fin: Four Vietnam Airlines pilots grounded after Hanoi tarmac collision
HANOI, June 29 — A taxiway scrape between two Vietnam Airlines planes at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport has led to four pilots being suspended and two aircraft grounded, as authorities launch investigations into the incident. According to Vietnamese media reports, it all happened around 2pm on June 27, when a Boeing 787 preparing for take-off to Ho Chi Minh City accidentally clipped the tail of an Airbus A321 that was waiting on a nearby taxiway to head to Dien Bien. The Boeing's right wing tip hit the Airbus' vertical stabiliser as it passed through the intersection of taxiways S3 and S, causing damage to both jets — a torn tail fin for the A321 and a scuffed-up wing tip for the 787. Fortunately, no one was hurt, but more than 380 passengers had to be rebooked on replacement flights as both aircraft were promptly pulled out of service for technical inspections. Vietnam Airlines said four pilots — two from each aircraft — were suspended from duty from the same afternoon, pending an internal probe. The airline has also set up an independent team to investigate, and is working closely with the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). The CAAV has categorised the incident as a level B serious event — the second-highest ranking on its five-point safety scale — pointing to a significant safety lapse that temporarily affected airport operations. Early findings suggest that the Airbus may not have been correctly positioned at its designated holding point on the taxiway at the time of the collision. Vietnam Airlines said it was fully cooperating with authorities to determine responsibility and 'ensure similar incidents do not happen again'.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- General
- Straits Times
Vietnam Airlines suspends pilots after planes collide at Hanoi airport
The airline has also set up an independent team to examine the cause of the collision. PHOTO: ST FILE HANOI - Vietnam Airlines has suspended four pilots after two of its planes collided at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport on June 27. The incident occurred at around 2pm that day (3pm Singapore time) when a Boeing 787 was taxiing for takeoff to Ho Chi Minh City. As it moved through the intersection of taxiways S3 and S, its right wing tip struck the vertical stabiliser of an Airbus A321 that was waiting to depart for Dien Bien. The Boeing's wing tip was damaged, while the Airbus sustained a tear in its tail fin. Both aircraft were immediately grounded for technical inspections, and replacement planes were arranged to transport over 380 affected passengers to their destinations. Vietnam Airlines said it suspended the four pilots, two from each flight crew, from June 27 afternoon pending the results of an internal investigation. The airline has also set up an independent team to examine the cause of the collision alongside the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV). The CAAV has classified the collision as a level B serious incident, the second highest on the five-tier aviation safety scale, indicating a severe safety breach that forced temporary runway or taxiway closures. Preliminary findings suggest that the Airbus A321 was not parked at its designated holding point on taxiway S3 at the time of the collision. Vietnam Airlines said it is fully cooperating with aviation authorities to determine accountability and prevent similar incidents in the future. VIET NAM NEWS/ASIA NEWS NETWORK Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Watch: Vietnam Airlines' Boeing jet collides with parked Airbus on runway, slices through tail fin
A Vietnam Airlines jet collided with another aircraft from its own fleet on the tarmac at Hanoi's Noi Bai Airport. The incident occurred around 2.00 PM on Friday. A Boeing 787, bound for Ho Chi Minh City, was taxiing for takeoff when it struck a parked Airbus A321 that was preparing to depart for Dien Bien, according to VNExpress. A video of the harrowing incident, recorded from inside the Boeing, is now doing rounds on the Internet. It shows the aircraft's right wing slicing through the Airbus's tail stabiliser, with debris scattering across the tarmac. No injuries were reported. Watch here: A post shared by Daily Mail (@dailymail) Several users reacted to the video and slammed the 'irresponsible' pilots. 'Something deep is obviously going on in the aviation sector. May God keep us safe,' a user wrote. 'Oh my God, are the pilots actually blind? Don't know what's going on in the aerobics world, but it really does put me off jumping on a plane. What about you?' another user commented. 'Tell me, didn't they see? What's even wrong with aviation industry these days,' a third user reacted. Vietnam Airlines has suspended all four pilots, two from each aircraft, as part of an ongoing investigation. According to the report, early findings suggest that the Airbus may not have been parked correctly, which could have contributed to the collision. The Boeing wingtip sustained damage, and both aircraft were grounded following the incident. Replacement aircraft were arranged to transport the 386 passengers from both flights to their respective destinations. An independent investigation team hired by Vietnam Airlines, along with the Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV), is now reviewing the circumstances that may have caused the incident. The CAAV further classified the incident as a 'Level B' event, the second-highest rating on its five-tier scale. This classification means a serious safety breach that resulted in the temporary closure of a runway or taxiway during operations.
