China Eastern Plane Collides With Jet Bridge in Shanghai

A China Eastern Airlines aircraft struck a jet bridge while taxiing at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport on Saturday, according to state media. The airline said all passengers disembarked safely and in an orderly manner. The incident occurred around noon, with the plane making “partial contact” with the jet bridge after a mechanical failure. Crew members followed procedures immediately, and authorities have launched an investigation into the cause. China Eastern apologized for the disruption, stressing that safety measures were observed.

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