United Airlines faced an unexpected setback at Miami International Airport (MIA) Thursday morning. A Boeing 737-900ER, which was scheduled to fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, collided with a catering truck while being towed into its gate. The impact caused the truck to tip over. Ground staff and passengers on another United flight saw the entire scene unfold.
No passengers were on board the aircraft during the incident. United Airlines confirmed that the plane underwent an immediate inspection. Meanwhile, the truck remained on its side, and authorities have not released information on the operator or any potential injuries.
The disruption followed the aircraft’s arrival in Miami from Newark the previous day. The plane landed in the afternoon and remained grounded for several hours, likely due to maintenance. United Airlines usually keeps quick turnaround times at non-hub airports like Miami, so this situation was unusual. After the collision, the airline canceled the Newark-bound flight, which caused further delays.
United Airlines quickly reassigned the aircraft to a later flight to Denver. The delay caused a ripple effect on other flights. The flight originally scheduled for 15:46 was delayed by over two hours. However, United confirmed that the plane would return to service as scheduled for Denver the following morning.
United Airlines plans to return the plane to service after repairs. This incident highlights the challenges airlines face with unexpected delays. It also demonstrates how quickly United responds to ensure safety for passengers and crew. The airline remains committed to resolving issues promptly while keeping passengers informed.
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