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Manchester: Flights Delayed As Planes Clip Wings

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Manchester, United Kingdom - August 15, 2025 Flights at Manchester Airport were disrupted this morning after the wings of two outbound planes clipped wings while on the ground. The easyJet planes came into contact while taxiing to the runway. Airport officials briefly closed the runway while the aircraft were examined. An easyJet spokesperson said: “EasyJet can confirm that the wing tips of two aircraft came into contact whilst taxiing to the runway at Manchester airport this morning. “The aircraft returned to stand to disembark customers who have been provided with refreshment vouchers whilst replacement aircraft are arranged to operate the flights. “We apologise to customers for the delay to their flights. “The safety of our passengers and crew is our highest priority.” SHOTLIST Video of the planes involved in the incident at Manchester airport on 15 August. [Credit: X/yorkshireguy]

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