UPS cargo plane, Copa Airlines jet collide at Miami airport

On Saturday night, two planes collided on the tarmac at Miami International Airport, only a day after a nationwide flight grounding led to widespread cancellations and travel chaos. The Federal Aviation Administration reported that the wingtip of a Copa Airlines Boeing 737 struck the nose of a UPS Boeing 767 while both aircraft were taxiing.

Two individuals sustained minor injuries during the incident, which occurred around 9:15 p.m. according to Greg Chin, the airport's communications director. Passenger Cesar Ferreira recounted hearing increasing chatter followed by a collective scream before the impact occurred. The Copa crew quickly secured passengers in their seats.

Air traffic controllers had instructed the UPS flight to yield to the Copa aircraft. The FAA is currently investigating the collision. Both airlines expressed regret over the disruption caused and emphasized their commitment to passenger safety. This incident follows the national grounding on Friday that resulted in extensive travel disruptions.