ATR 72‑500 rolls off apron at Helsinki‑Vantaa
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An ATR 72‑500 operated by Norra left the ground on its own at Helsinki‑Vantaa on 16 August 2025, colliding with a ground power unit and causing material damage but no injuries.
Incident description
The aircraft was parked on the apron and left the ground after engine start. It collided with a ground power unit. No injuries were reported.
The aircraft involved was an ATR 72‑500 operated by Norra, a Finnair subsidiary.
The incident occurred on 16 August 2025.
Investigation findings
The investigation was carried out by Otkes. It found that the parking brake was not engaged and that the ground crew and flight crew did not follow operating procedures.
A ground crew employee assisting with the engine start was nearly trapped under the moving aircraft but escaped in time.
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