New Delhi: A ground collision occurred at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport on Thursday, April 16, 2026, when a SpiceJet aircraft struck a parked Akasa Air jet while taxiing. The incident resulted in visible damage to the wing of the SpiceJet plane, though no injuries were reported among the passengers or crew on either aircraft.

Preliminary reports indicate that the SpiceJet flight was maneuvering toward the runway for departure when its wingtip came into contact with the tail or wing of the stationary Akasa Air aircraft. Both planes were immediately grounded for technical inspection, and passengers were deboarded to be accommodated on alternative flights.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has launched an investigation into the mishap to determine whether the collision was due to a pilot error, a miscommunication with air traffic control, or a failure in ground marking guidance. This incident follows a series of recent operational challenges for the airline and highlights ongoing concerns regarding ground safety protocols at high-traffic airports.

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