It wasn’t Bruce’s fault. That was the question on the minds of many after news surfaced that “Ed Force One,” a Boeing 747 piloted by Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson, was badly damaged after colliding with a tow truck on the ground at the airport in Santiago, Chile, on Saturday, March 12, 2016.
Iron Maiden’s 747: Ed Force One Suffers Damages
Key Takeaways:
- Iron Maiden's "Ed Force One" Boeing 747 was badly damaged in a ground collision with a tow truck in Santiago, Chile, on March 12, 2016.
- The incident occurred when the aircraft's steering pin fell out during a move for refueling, causing it to lose steering and collide with the tug, injuring two ground workers.
- Band frontman Bruce Dickinson was not piloting the plane at the time, and no band members were on board; the injured ground workers were expected to recover.
- Despite extensive damage to the plane requiring major repairs, Iron Maiden continued their tour with replacement logistics.
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