An unexpected event occurred at Memphis International Airport when a Southwest Airlines plane was struck by a ground equipment vehicle as passengers boarded. This incident unfolded on Sunday in Tennessee.
The collision involved Southwest Flight 4013, which was subsequently removed from service following the contact. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Southwest Flight 4013 encountered contact with a ground equipment vehicle during boarding today at Memphis International Airport, according to a company spokesperson.
The Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority confirmed the event, labeling it as isolated:
Memphis Shelby County Airport Authority can confirm that an isolated incident occurred today at Memphis International Airport, according to an official statement.
Due to the disruption, passengers were directed to an alternate aircraft to continue their journey. Although a spokesperson mentioned that the alternate plane would head to Dallas, Southwest’s website indicated Flight 4013 resumed service to Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas.
Passengers reportedly faced a significant delay, departing almost four hours later than planned, with the new arrival time scheduled for 5:30 p.m. instead of the originally scheduled 1:50 p.m.
An investigation into the incident has commenced, with Southwest Airlines emphasizing their commitment to safety:
The event will be investigated through our comprehensive Safety Management System. Safety is a paramount concern for Southwest, whether it’s for customers or employees.
Bonny Chu, a writer for Fox News Digital, contributed to this report.
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