Incident Overview
On an unspecified date, a Delta Air Lines Boeing 757, registered as N622DL, was departing the ramp area and making a right turn to begin taxiing for takeoff. At the same time, a United Airlines Boeing 757, registered as N524UA, was parked at an adjoining gate, pending an imminent departure.
Collision Sequence
As the Delta 757 approached the parked United 757, ground marshals for the Delta aircraft observed that the left wing of the Delta airplane appeared likely to strike the left wing of the United airplane. The marshals gave the emergency "STOP" signal. However, the Delta airplane continued moving and struck the wing of the United airplane.
Aftermath
After the collision, the Delta airplane continued moving and proceeded towards the active runway. The Delta crew was subsequently advised via radio to return to the ramp area, where they were informed of the collision.
Damage and Injuries
The source does not specify any injuries or fatalities. Details of damage to either aircraft are not provided.
Investigation
The circumstances surrounding the collision were investigated, but the source does not state a probable cause or any contributing factors.
