Airport Authorities to Probe into Chartered Flight Accident

Panaji: The team of Director General Civil Aviation (DGCA) will arrive in Goa tomorrow to probe into the freak accident that occurred at Goa airport between two chartered aircrafts, top level official stated.
The wings of two chartered aircrafts brushed against each other at Goa airport this afternoon. The Moscow bound and Uk Bound planes were involved in the accident wherein right wing of an aircraft dashed against tail wing of another.
Officials stated that Russia-bound Trans Aero aircraft was taking a turnaround to take off when its wing brushed against the UK-bound Iber World plane which was parked at the apron.
The Moscow bound flight had 356 passengers on board who were evacuated as both the aircrafts remained grounded at the airport.
Goa airport authorities have submitted preliminary report of the incident while detailed investigation would be conducted by DGCA team which will arrive here tomorrow from Mumbai.
Today following the accident, two bays at the airport have remained occupied further decreasing the space at congested airport.
Both the flights would be inspected tomorrow by engineers who will certify whether they are worthy to fly.
17/11/08 Daijiworld.com

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