Two Delta Air Lines employees were tragically killed, and another was injured during an incident at the airline’s Technical Operations Maintenance facility in Atlanta on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at Delta TechOps, the division responsible for aircraft maintenance and repair for the airline.
Sources reported to local media that the incident involved a tyre explosion while it was being removed from an aircraft. The exact circumstances surrounding the explosion remain under investigation.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where the facility is located, confirmed that operations at the airport have not been impacted by the incident.
Delta Air Lines released a statement expressing their sorrow and support for the families of the victims, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the loss of our colleagues and are working closely with authorities to investigate the situation. Our thoughts are with their families and loved ones during this difficult time.”
The names of the deceased employees have not been released, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. The injured employee is currently receiving medical care, and their condition has not been disclosed.
Delta TechOps is one of the largest airline maintenance facilities in the world, responsible for maintaining Delta’s extensive fleet of aircraft. Safety procedures are a top priority at the facility, and this incident marks a rare and tragic event.
