Tug Struck by Airplane Wing at O’Hare Airport, Driver Injured
Accident Occurred on Taxiway
A worker at O’Hare International Airport was seriously injured Saturday night when the wing of an airplane struck the tug vehicle he was driving, causing it to flip over and pinning him underneath.
Details of the Incident
- The tug was attempting to cross a taxiway about 7 p.m. when it was struck by the wing of an Air Wisconsin CRJ-200 aircraft that had just landed from Kalamazoo, Michigan.
- The 64-year-old man driving the tug was taken to Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, where his condition was stabilized.
- The driver sustained injuries to his head and lower body, police said.
No Passengers or Crew on Board Were Injured
No passengers or crew members on board the Air Wisconsin aircraft were injured in the incident, according to the Chicago Department of Aviation and FlightAware, a flight tracking website.
United Airlines Owns the Tug
The tug, which belonged to United Airlines, was attempting to cross the taxiway when the incident occurred, a spokesperson for the company said.
Conclusion
The accident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and attention to detail in the fast-paced environment of air travel. It is unclear what caused the airplane to stray from its normal landing path, and the investigation is ongoing.
FAQs
* Who was the driver of the tug?
The driver of the tug was a 64-year-old man.
* How was the driver injured?
The driver sustained injuries to his head and lower body after the tug was struck by the airplane wing and flipped over, pinning him underneath.
* Were any passengers or crew on board the Air Wisconsin aircraft injured?
No, no passengers or crew members on board the aircraft were injured.
* What was the status of the driver’s condition?
The driver’s condition was stabilized at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, after being transported from the airport.
