Ramp agent reported a tow bar breakaway from the tug during pushback resulting in uncommanded aircraft movement The aircraft was stopped and there was no injury or damage to the aircraft.
Synopsis
Ramp agent reported a tow bar breakaway from the tug during pushback resulting in uncommanded aircraft movement The aircraft was stopped and there was no injury or damage to the aircraft.
Narrative
I was assigned a flight on Gate X that arrived at around XA:50. when the plane came in; I proceeded to do my walk around and hook up the towbar to the aircraft. I got distracted by the gate checks and went over to pick them up and forgot to lock to properly to the aircraftIdentification: As I started to push the plane second time I noticed that it wasn't turning it as it usually does. I thought it was because of the weather or the pushback I was using. So as I continued to push I noticed that shipping had broke and so did the pilot. He asked me to a break I said yes; and I asked him to set the brakes; and I said the brakes and the manager was notified.Cause: As I started to push; I noticed that the toolbar wasn't properly connected and I slowed down to come to a stop. As I came to a stop; the tour disconnected from the aircraft and I asked the pilot to set the brakes. He said the brakes and I reconnected the toolbar and continue to push.Response: Manager was notified and sober maintenance. They did their maintenance inspection and found out there was no damage to the aircraft and told me to push the plane out.Suggestions: I suggest always double checking and stay vigilant at all times
Source: NASA Aviation Safety Reporting System (public domain). Reports are voluntary submissions and are not verified by NASA.