An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said.
An airplane wing struck a tug vehicle at O'Hare International Airport, leaving the driver hospitalized in critical condition, authorities said. The incident occurred around 6:35 p.m. Saturday when Air Wisconsin Flight 6181, an American Airlines Bombardier CRJ-200, was struck by the tug vehicle while approaching a gate, according to the FAA.The wing of the aircraft struck the United Airlines tug vehicle as it crossed the taxiway, officials said.
"After safely landing at Chicago O’Hare International Airport , American Eagle flight 6181, operated by Air Wisconsin from Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport to ORD, came into contact with a tug on an active taxiway. Nothing is more important than the safety of our customers and team members, and we are reviewing this incident," American Airlines said.
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