Air Canada is investigating the circumstances behind a Friday collision between two of its planes that was caught on video at Pearson airport.

In an emailed statement, an Air Canada spokesperson said a Boeing 777 was being towed when it came into contact with a parked Airbus A321 stationed on the tarmac, away from the terminal.

Video footage of the incident shows the wing of the 777 clipping the tail of the Airbus, causing it to rotate on the spot while the vehicle towing the 777 continued moving.

“Both aircraft were empty at the time and there were no injuries,” Air Canada said in a statement. “The 777 has since returned to service while the A321 is being repaired.”

Air Canada did not comment on the amount of damage sustained to the planes of if any courses of action have been taken against any individuals involved in the incident.

Iain Colpitts is a reporter for Mississauga News and Brampton Guardian. Reach him via email: icolpitts@mississauga.net

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