Incident Details
On 15 September 1998 at 0840 hours UTC, an Airbus A320 aircraft, registration EC-GRJ, was parked on Stand F8 at London Heathrow Airport when a baggage loading vehicle struck the right flap track fairing. The impact caused minor damage to the fairing.
Aircraft and Operator
The aircraft, an Airbus A320, was being operated on a public transport flight. The commander, aged 49, held an Airline Transport Pilot's Licence. Detailed flying experience for the previous 28 and 90 days was not provided.
Aftermath
No injuries were reported among crew or passengers. The nature of damage was limited to minor damage to the right flap track fairing. The incident was reported by the pilot via an Aircraft Accident Report Form.