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Air Nostrum Jet Hits Military Hangar at Badajoz Base With Passengers Unhurt

Authorities have opened an inquiry that initially points to pilot error.

Overview

  • The aircraft, preparing to depart for Madrid, struck a hangar during pre-takeoff maneuvers at the Talavera la Real air base around 9:15 a.m.
  • All 54 passengers were evacuated back to the terminal without injuries and reported moments of uncertainty but no panic or fire.
  • Airport sources said the left wing clipped the hangar’s corner, damaging a beam, and the plane sustained limited structural impact.
  • Air Nostrum stated the flight was halted and customers are being reallocated to Madrid by taxis, buses, or a later flight.
  • Operations were using the military runway due to repairs at Badajoz airport, and outlets differ on whether the affected hangar houses Predator drones or F-5 jets.