EDINBURGH- Ryanair (FR) confirmed a ground incident involving one of its aircraft at Edinburgh Airport, prompting a precautionary passenger evacuation and a flight delay. The aircraft was preparing to depart for Faro when the collision occurred.
The incident took place at Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh (EDI), shortly after 10:00 a.m. local time. The flight was operating to Faro Airport, Faro (FAO), with no reported injuries and no impact on other airport operations.
Ryanair 737 Collides with Truck
The Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX aircraft was taxiing toward the runway when its wing tip made contact with a fuel tanker positioned on the airfield.
At the time of the incident, the aircraft was moving at low speed, which limited the severity of the impact.
Passengers were instructed to disembark normally as a precaution. Eyewitness accounts indicated that the flight crew communicated with passengers shortly after the collision and assured them the situation was under control. The aircraft involved was removed from service following the incident.
Emergency Response and Airport Operations
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service responded promptly after receiving an alert at 10:04 a.m. Six fire appliances were initially mobilized as a precautionary measure.
After an assessment at the scene, most resources were stood down, with one appliance remaining briefly to coordinate with airport authorities.
Emergency crews confirmed that no further assistance was required, and the response was concluded within approximately ten minutes. Airport operations continued without disruption, and no other flights were affected. Edinburgh Airport declined to provide additional comment on the incident.
Airline and Ground Handler Statements
Ryanair stated that the aircraft’s wing tip came into contact with the cab of a fuel truck operated by Swissport during pre-departure taxi. The airline confirmed that passengers disembarked safely and that a replacement aircraft was arranged to operate the Edinburgh to Faro service.
Swissport acknowledged the incident and emphasized that safety remains its top priority. The company confirmed it is cooperating fully with Ryanair and local authorities as part of the ongoing review.
Passengers later boarded a replacement Ryanair aircraft to continue their journey to Faro. Airport vouchers were provided during the delay.
Similar Incident
A Ryanair (FR) Boeing 737 operating flight FR6080 from London Stansted (STN) to Kalamata International Airport (KLX) was damaged after striking a ground barrier while taxiing post-landing.
The aircraft landed safely in Greece, but the taxiway collision caused visible wingtip damage, prompting an on-ground safety response while passengers remained onboard.
Taxiway Incident After Safe Landing in Greece
Flight FR6080, operated by Ryanair (FR), departed London Stansted Airport (STN) on June 18 for Kalamata International Airport (KLX). The aircraft encountered turbulence during descent, followed by a firm but controlled runway landing.
After vacating the runway and during taxi to the stand, the Boeing 737 deviated slightly, and its right wingtip struck a red-and-white ground barrier near the taxiway edge. The impact caused noticeable structural damage to the wingtip area.
Passengers onboard reported hearing a loud impact sound during taxi. Images later shared online showed torn metal at the wingtip, consistent with a high-force ground contact rather than in-flight damage.
Passenger Response and Crew Actions
Despite concerns among passengers, the flight crew instructed everyone to remain seated while airport emergency teams inspected the aircraft. This decision followed standard safety procedures to assess fire risk and fuel system integrity before any evacuation.
No injuries were reported, and there was no smoke or fire observed. Emergency responders confirmed the situation was stable, after which passengers disembarked normally at the gate.
Some passengers expressed confusion about the delay in exiting the aircraft, particularly given the visible damage. Ryanair later stated that remaining onboard was the safest option until inspections were completed.
Airline Statement and Aircraft Status
Ryanair confirmed that the wingtip made contact with a barrier while the aircraft was taxiing to stand. The airline stated that the aircraft completed taxi safely and that all passengers disembarked without incident.
The Boeing 737 underwent a full maintenance inspection in line with regulatory requirements. After repairs were completed, the aircraft was cleared for service and later operated a return flight to London Stansted.
Ryanair reported no disruption to its wider flight schedule. As of the latest update, no formal investigation has been announced, though the incident has drawn attention to ground movement awareness and taxiway clearance procedures at busy airports.
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