You've likely flown on a commercial airplane, trusting in its safety and the professionalism of its crew. But what happens when two of these massive machines bump into each other, like the recent Southwest incident at BWI, and how does the industry ensure such rare events don't become common?
The recent Southwest Airlines incident at Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) Airport brought 'wing clipping' into the spotlight.
On May 29, 2024, a Southwest Boeing 737-700, preparing for departure, made contact with another parked Southwest 737-700.