Eyes Wide Open

Recently, I witnessed a ground collision between an airliner and a baggage tug. While I tend to be rather stoic in such matters, in retrospect this incident left me surprisingly rattled.As Ive previously mentioned in these pages, by night Im editor of this magazine, but by day I wear the hat of an airline pilot.

Key Takeaways:

• An airline pilot witnessed a ground collision between an airliner and a baggage tug, reflecting on how their own momentary hesitation while taxiing inadvertently contributed to the trailing aircraft's maneuver that caused the accident.
• The incident highlighted that accidents often occur during routine operations due to complacency, rather than during difficult tasks where senses are naturally heightened.
• The author resolves to maintain deliberate caution, actively combat complacency even in familiar environments, and advises patience with hesitant pilots to prevent potential mishaps.

Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->

See a mistake? Contact us.