Event Description
On 20 April 2004, an MD-82 aircraft, registration I-DAWR, was operating scheduled flight AZA 1357 from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Ronchi dei Legionari Airport. The aircraft landed on runway 09 at 08:38 UTC (10:38 local time) with 92 passengers on board. After landing, the aircraft entered taxiway Bravo to proceed to the apron in front of the terminal for scheduled turnaround operations before the return flight to Rome.
While taxiing on the taxiway and about to enter the main apron, the right wingtip of the aircraft violently struck the rear of a truck that was positioned near the paved area for ongoing roadworks. The impact caused the right wing to break apart, resulting in a large fuel spill from the wing tank.
Aftermath
Upon recognizing the potential fire hazard, the commander ordered an immediate passenger evacuation in accordance with the emergency procedure 'Passenger Evacuation.' During the evacuation, some passengers sustained minor contusions. No further injuries were reported. The aircraft sustained substantial damage to the right wing.
The investigation was conducted by the Italian National Agency for Flight Safety (ANSV). The accident occurred at 08:39 UTC on the same day.