A Ryanair flight narrowly avoided disaster as it narrowly missed a fuel truck at Edinburgh Airport, leaving passengers stunned and the airport's operations unaffected. The incident occurred around 10 am, with the plane en route to Faro, Portugal, when it narrowly avoided a collision with a fuel truck. One passenger recounted the harrowing experience, describing the pilot's attempt to downplay the situation over the intercom. The plane, unfortunately, sustained damage to its wing, rendering it unusable. Despite the scare, no injuries were reported, and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was promptly notified. The service dispatched six fire appliances and specialized resources as a precaution, but only one appliance was needed to ensure no further assistance was required. Passengers were promptly transferred to a new Ryanair plane, and the airport offered £3 vouchers for their inconvenience. However, one traveler expressed frustration, calling the situation an 'absolute joke.' Ryanair confirmed the wing tip of the plane made contact with the fuel truck's cab, and a replacement aircraft was arranged for the flight to Faro. The airport's operations remained unaffected, and the flight tracking website FlightRadar24 showed a delayed departure time of around 12:15 pm. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service's swift response and the lack of injuries highlight the fortunate outcome of this close call.
