EasyJet has launched an ‘urgent’ investigation after one of its aircraft was hit by a tug on the taxiway at Belfast Airport.
Photos on social media showed apparent damage to the plane’s engine.
EasyJet confirmed that flight EZY6755 to Malaga was delayed ‘as a result of damage sustained from a pushback tug’.
The airline said passengers disembarked normally. They were provided with refreshment vouchers and support from our ground staff in Belfast airport.
It added: “The safety of our passengers and crew is easyJet’s highest priority and we have launched an urgent investigation with our ground handling provider at Belfast Airport.”
The airport said it remained open and operational.
