On the morning of Friday, August 15, 2025, two easyJet aircraft collided while taxiing on the runway at Manchester International Airport in the United Kingdom.
The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m., prompting an immediate temporary halt to airport operations.
The flights involved were scheduled to Gibraltar and Paris. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among passengers or crew.
The aircraft made contact with each other’s wing tips while maneuvering on the airfield.
Passengers described the impact as sudden and jarring. Emergency services arrived promptly, and the crew reassured passengers throughout the situation.
Manchester Airport responded by briefly suspending all departures to assess the situation and confirm both aircraft could safely return to their stands.
Operations resumed shortly afterward, though minor delays persisted due to the disruption.
Flights scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. were most affected.
Passengers experienced delays of up to an hour, and some flights were canceled.
EasyJet provided refreshment vouchers and arranged replacement aircraft to reduce the inconvenience.
EasyJet launched an internal investigation to determine the cause of the wing collision. Manchester Airport reviewed its ground procedures to avoid similar incidents.
Both the airline and the airport confirmed that passenger and crew safety is the top priority.
The collision between the two easyJet planes at Manchester Airport caused disruptions but no injuries.
The airline and airport have taken measures to address the incident and improve safety protocols for future operations.