Airbus A340-311 Boeing 747-436, 4R-ADC G-BNLL, 15 October 2007

From:
Air Accidents Investigation Branch
Published
10 December 2014
Category:
Commercial - fixed wing
Report type:
Bulletin - Pre-1997 uncategorised monthly report
Date of occurrence:
15 October 2007
Aircraft type:
Airbus A340-311 Boeing 747-436
Location:
London Heathrow Airport
Registration:
4R-ADC G-BNLL

Airbus A340-311 and Boeing 747-436, 4R-ADC and G-BNLL

Summary:

A ground collision occurred when an Airbus A340 attempted to pass a Boeing 747 that was stationary on an adjoining taxiway, at night. Various factors contributed to the incident including the challenge faced by the crews of these large aircraft in assessing wing tip clearances, their interpretation of ATC instructions and the taxiway design. One Safety Recommendation is made.

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Published 10 December 2014