American Airlines aircraft grazes Aer Lingus plane wingtip as it pushes back from Dublin Airport

THE wing of an American Airlines aircraft tipped an Aer Lingus jet as the US plane was being pushed back from Dublin Airport this morning while preparing for takeoff, according to a report. 

The American aircraft – believed to be a Boeing 787 Dreamliner – reportedly tipped the Irish jet while it was stationary at the terminal stand. 

AlamyThe wing of an American Airlines aircraft tipped an Aer Lingus jet as the US plane was being pushed back from Dublin Airport this morning while preparing for takeoff (Stock)[/caption]

Wing tips are extremely rare at airports due to extensive safety checks. 

The incident is likely to be the subject of an enquiry, according to the Irish Independent.

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