United Airlines Employee Seriously Injured by Airplane Wing

United Airlines employee seriously injured by airplane wing
United Airlines employee. Photos: Facebook Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport

A 64-year-old United Airlines employee was struck by the wing of an American Airlines plane while driving a tow vehicle at Chicago O’Hare International Airport on Saturday (1).

A United Airlines employee, whose identity has not been revealed, was seriously injured after being struck by the wing of an American Airlines plane taxiing on the runway at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

According to the Chicago police and American Airlines, the man was driving a tow vehicle when he was hit by the wing of the American Eagle flight 6181 aircraft, which had just arrived from Michigan.

The 64-year-old man was trapped inside the vehicle following the collision. He was rescued and taken to the hospital in critical condition, with injuries to his head and lower body. According to officials, he is now in stable condition.

“We are ensuring that he receives all the necessary support and care,” United Airlines said in a statement.

United Airlines employee seriously injured by airplane wing
United Airlines employee. Photos: Facebook Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport

American Airlines stated that no crew members aboard the aircraft were injured.

“Nothing is more important than the safety of our customers and team members, and we are reviewing this incident,” the airline said.

The incident is under investigation by authorities.

Photos: Facebook Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.

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