Turkish Airlines 777 News
A Turkish Airlines Boeing 777 was involved in a ground collision incident at Antalya Airport on June 11, 2026, after its right wing struck a ground radar antenna pole while taxiing to its assigned parking position. The aircraft, operating Flight TK2430 from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Antalya Airport (AYT), was carrying 267 passengers at the time of the incident.
The aircraft involved was a Boeing 777-3Q8(ER), registered TC-LKD, one of the widebody aircraft commonly used by Turkish Airlines on high-demand domestic and international routes. According to preliminary reports, the collision occurred during ground maneuvering as the aircraft was approaching the gate following an otherwise routine flight from Istanbul.
Witnesses at the airport reported hearing a loud impact when the aircraft’s right wing came into contact with the radar antenna pole, leading to brief concern among passengers and airport personnel. Emergency response teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to assess the situation and assist passengers.
As a precautionary measure, all 267 passengers were safely evacuated from the aircraft. Airport authorities confirmed that the evacuation was completed successfully and without major complications. One passenger sustained minor injuries during the evacuation process and received prompt medical attention. The passenger was later reported to be in good condition.
No injuries were reported among the flight crew or airport ground staff. The extent of damage to the aircraft has not yet been officially disclosed, although images circulating on social media appear to show damage to the aircraft’s right wingtip area. Technical teams were seen inspecting both the aircraft and the impacted airport infrastructure shortly after the incident.
Turkish Airlines has launched a comprehensive technical investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the collision. The airline is expected to work closely with airport authorities, maintenance personnel, and aviation safety investigators to establish whether factors such as ground guidance, visibility, communication, or operational procedures played any role in the event.
Ground incidents involving aircraft are relatively uncommon but remain an important area of focus for aviation safety authorities worldwide. Airports and airlines continuously review taxiing procedures, stand allocation systems, and ground handling operations to minimize risks during aircraft movements on the ground.
While the incident caused temporary disruption at Antalya Airport, the successful evacuation of all passengers and the absence of serious injuries highlighted the effectiveness of established airport emergency response procedures. The investigation’s findings are expected to provide further clarity on the cause of the collision and any measures required to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
