Casualties unknown

1988-07-11: Boeing 727 (N254US) — Northwest Airlines — ST Paul, MN

ST Paul, MN, US

On July 11, 1988, a Boeing 727 (registration N254US) operated by Northwest Airlines was involved in an aviation accident near ST Paul, MN. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive; 14 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

Sourcesthe U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archivePrimary reportUpdated 1781061362Data APIEditorial standards
Boeing 727
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An aircraft sustained substantial damage after its left wing struck a parked vehicle in a nonmovement area during taxi. The captain cited lack of NOTAMs, specific directions, and construction signage as contributing to his route decision.

Incident Overview

After pushback from the gate, the captain received an unrestricted taxi clearance and elected to taxi to the north side of a construction area. During this taxi, the left wing of the aircraft struck a parked vehicle located in a nonmovement area. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the aircraft.

Contributing Factors

The captain stated that the lack of information in the form of NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen), lack of specific directions from ground control, and lack of signs around the construction site led to his decision to taxi along that route.

Aftermath

The aircraft sustained substantial damage due to the collision. No further details regarding the vehicle or any other consequences were provided in the source.

Investigation report by the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive. Original record: https://carol.ntsb.gov/event/20001213X26163. This page is a structured re-presentation; facts and quotes are in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), United States.