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Ryanair 737 MAX Collides with Fuel Truck at Edinburgh Airport
A Ryanair 737 MAX aircraft collided with a fuel truck at Edinburgh Airport causing damage and delays but no injuries on December 22, 2025.
This article summarizes reporting by The Mirror.
A Ryanair flight preparing for departure at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) was forced to abort its journey on Monday morning, December 22, 2025, following a collision with a ground vehicle. According to reporting by The Mirror, the aircraft’s wingtip struck a fuel tanker while taxiing, leading to a significant emergency response but no reported injuries.
The incident involved flight FR5667, a Boeing 737 MAX scheduled to fly to Faro, Portugal. As detailed in incident reports, the collision occurred at approximately 10:00 AM GMT as the aircraft maneuvered toward the runway. While the collision caused visible damage to both the aircraft wing and the fuel truck’s cab, airport operations largely continued without widespread disruption.
Witnesses and verified reports indicate that the aircraft was moving at low speed on the taxiway when the impact occurred. Images circulating in the aftermath showed the wingtip of the Boeing 737 MAX wedged against the top of the fuel tanker’s cab.
According to The Mirror, emergency services, including the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, were immediately deployed to the scene. Fire crews remained on standby as a precaution due to the involvement of a fuel vehicle, though officials later confirmed there was no fire or fuel leak.
Ryanair confirmed the incident in a statement released shortly after the event. The airline emphasized that the safety of passengers was maintained throughout the ordeal.
“This flight from Edinburgh to Faro (22 Dec) was preparing for departure when the wing tip came in contact with the cab of a fuel truck.”
, Ryanair Official Statement
Edinburgh Airport also addressed the situation, confirming that while an “incident” had taken place, rumors of a fire were incorrect and there was “no impact” on wider airport operations. Following the collision, the aircraft was brought to a halt and passengers were disembarked. Reports from The Mirror and other local outlets describe the atmosphere onboard as “scary” for some holidaymakers. One passenger account noted that the pilot communicated the situation over the intercom to maintain calm.
Travelers were returned to the terminal to await a replacement aircraft. According to reports regarding the delay, passengers were provided with £3 vouchers for refreshments. The replacement flight eventually departed for Faro at approximately 12:40 PM, resulting in a delay of roughly 2.5 hours.
Ground Handling Risks Was anyone injured in the Ryanair collision? What caused the delay? Did the collision cause a fire?
Ryanair 737 MAX Involved in Ground Collision at Edinburgh Airport
Incident Details and Emergency Response
The Collision
Official Statements
Passenger Experience and Disruption
Evacuation and Delays
AirPro News analysis
While the headline “crashes” often evokes images of high-speed catastrophes, incidents like this are classified as “ramp accidents.” These events usually involve collisions between aircraft and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) such as fuel trucks, catering vehicles, or tugs. While they rarely pose a threat to life when they occur at taxi speeds, they are operationally expensive and require mandatory safety inspections, often grounding the airframe for days to check for structural stress on the wing spar.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Official reports confirm there were no injuries to passengers, crew, or ground staff.
The aircraft had to be taken out of service for inspection after its wingtip struck a fuel truck. A replacement aircraft was arranged to transport passengers to Faro.
No. Despite early rumors, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and airport officials confirmed there was no fire or fuel leak.
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