Initial reports showed the wingtip of the taxiing Saudia Flight SV871 came into contact with the tail of a parked Philippine Airlines Airbus A320 at around 11:38 p.m.
All passengers aboard the Saudia flight were safely disembarked, and the aircraft was towed to a designated bay for inspection. NNIC said both aircraft sustained damage and are undergoing technical assessment, while no airport infrastructure or ground equipment was affected.
“A full investigation is currently being conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident, including a review of airside communications, aircraft movement records, and other relevant operational data,” the airport operator said.
NNIC said it is working with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines and the airlines involved to support the investigation. It added that NAIA continued to operate normally despite the incident.
Saudia working closely with airport authorities
“Saudia confirms that Flight SV871 was involved in a minor ground incident while taxiing at Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Manila, during which one of its wing tips came into contact with another aircraft," the carrier said in a statement sent to InsiderPH after this story was published.
"All passengers and crew were disembarked safely. Saudia is working closely with the relevant authorities and supporting our guests to continue their journeys," it added.
—Edited by Miguel R. Camus
Editor's note: Story updated to include Saudia's statement
