AAIB investigation to Airbus A330-323, N273AY

Aircraft collided with airbridge, Stand 325 at London Heathrow Airport, 5 February 2015.

Summary:

Having parked on stand the commander observed an ok message on the stand guidance system and, believing chocks were in place, released the parking brake. The aircraft then rolled forward and its left engine cowling struck the airbridge.

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Airbus A330-323, N273AY 08-08

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Published 13 August 2015