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JET AIRWAYS AIRCRAFT HITS AEROBRIDGE AT IGI AIRPORT

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JET AIRWAYS AIRCRAFT HITS AEROBRIDGE AT IGI AIRPORT

A Jet Airways A330-200 aircraft rammed into an aerobridge at IGI Airport’s terminal-3 while it was being towed towards it. The aircraft sustained some damage but airport management Delhi International Airport (sent a bill of Rs 1 crore to the airline for damages.

Airport sources said the accident occurred due to the airline technician’s fault. "The aircraft was empty and was being towed towards the aerobridge. The technician miscalculated the distance the aircraft rammed right into the aerobridge. The damage was substantial and a bill for repairs has been sent to Jet," said an official.