Overview

• A BWFS cargo truck driven by Anil Uttekar struck the right-side wing of a parked Boeing 737 MAX during unloading operations at Mumbai’s CSMIA on July 14.
• The collision damaged the aircraft’s wing and container but caused no injuries to the 155 passengers or six crew members on board.
• Akasa Air declared the aircraft AOG and has initiated a thorough inspection alongside an internal investigation of the ground handler’s safety protocols.
• Flight QP1410 to Delhi was operated with a replacement plane to ensure minimal disruption to passengers.
• The driver tested negative on a breath-analyser test and India’s DGCA has enforced ramp-safety measures, including mandatory speed governors and enhanced training, since 2019.