Air India, IndiGo Wingtip Collision
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated Feb 04, 2026
The incident could lead to minor negative sentiment for both India and IndiGo due to operational disruptions and potential repair costs. It may also prompt increased scrutiny of ground operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport by the India — Directorate General of Civil Aviation (India), potentially affecting other airlines operating there.
On February 3, 2026, a ground collision occurred at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport involving India flight AI2732 and IndiGo flight 6E791. The wingtips of the two Airbus A320neo family aircraft made contact while India's plane was waiting on the taxiway and IndiGo's aircraft was taxiing after landing. No injuries were reported, and all passengers were safely disembarked. Both India and IndiGo aircraft sustained damage to their wingtips and were grounded for technical checks, causing flight delays. The India — Directorate General of Civil Aviation (India) has launched an investigation into the incident at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
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