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Ground service vehicle strikes Southwest aircraft at Memphis airport
A ground service vehicle struck a Southwest Airlines aircraft during passenger boarding at Memphis International Airport. No injuries were reported, and passengers continued their journey on an alternative plane.
A ground service vehicle struck a Southwest Airlines passenger aircraft at Memphis International Airport on Sunday. The collision occurred while passengers were boarding.
An airline spokesperson announced there were no injuries. Following the collision, Flight 4013 was taken out of service.
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority confirmed the incident, stating it was an isolated case.
Southwest Airlines stated that passengers were rerouted to an alternative aircraft to reach their destination. According to the company's website, Flight 4013 is listed to continue serving Harry Reid International Airport in the Las Vegas area.
Passengers departed approximately four hours later than scheduled, with the flight expected to arrive around 5:30 PM instead of 1:50 PM.
Southwest Airlines noted that an investigation into the incident is ongoing and will be reviewed through its comprehensive Safety Management System. The airline stated, "The safety of our Customers and Employees is Southwest's highest priority."
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