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Iron Maiden’s 747: Ed Force One Suffers Damages

Iron Maiden's 747 was damaged on the ground at an airport in Santiago, Chile. Iron Maiden
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Key Takeaways:

  • Iron Maiden's Boeing 747, "Ed Force One," suffered extensive damage after colliding with a ground tug at Santiago airport.
  • The incident, which injured two ground workers, occurred when the aircraft lost steering while being moved for refueling.
  • While the plane required significant repairs, the band confirmed their concert tour would continue as scheduled with alternative transport.
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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.

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