SEATTLE — A Japan Airlines aircraft collided with a parked Delta Air Lines plane on the runway at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on Thursday morning, February 5, 2025. The incident occurred around 10:17 a.m. when the inbound Japan Airlines flight struck the tail of a stationary Delta aircraft while taxiing.
- Japan Airlines aircraft collided with Delta plane
- Incident occurred at Seattle-Tacoma Airport
- No injuries reported from the collision
- Delta flight was carrying 142 passengers
- Minimal impact on airport operations
- FAA investigating the incident further
The collision involved Japan Airlines Flight 68 and Delta Air Lines Flight 1921. At the time of the incident, the Delta aircraft, a Boeing 737, was preparing for departure to Puerto Vallarta with 142 passengers on board. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries among the passengers or crew members of either flight.
Details of the incident indicate that the right wing of the Japan Airlines aircraft struck the tail of the Delta plane while both were taxiing in an area not under air traffic control. Following the collision, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily paused some flights to the airport to ensure safety during the investigation.
- Time of incident: 10:17 a.m. local time
- Location: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport runway
- Delta aircraft: Boeing 737, Flight 1921
- Passengers on Delta flight: 142
Delta Air Lines issued a statement acknowledging the incident and expressing regret for any inconvenience caused to passengers. They confirmed that they are cooperating with aviation authorities to investigate the matter. As of 11 a.m., SEA officials were working to safely deplane passengers and transport them to the terminal, reporting minimal impact on overall airport operations.
This incident highlights the importance of safety protocols in aviation, especially in busy airport environments. Authorities will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision to prevent future occurrences.
