What happened to China Airlines flight CI058 during transit ground operations?

The cabin door of the aircraft collided with a boarding bridge at the airport.

On what date was flight CI058 scheduled to fly from Melbourne to Taoyuan?

The flight was scheduled to depart and fly to Taoyuan on April 14th.

What action did China Airlines take regarding the affected passengers?

They immediately notified passengers and arranged alternative flights for them.

Why did the aircraft undergo inspection and maintenance after the incident?

It underwent inspection in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure safety.

What did China Airlines express to the passengers following the collision?

They apologized for the inconvenience caused and appreciated their understanding.

Melbourne to Taiwan Flight Door Collides with Boarding Bridge; China Airlines Arranges Alternative Flights

Published Apr 14, 2026 9:51 PM ・ Updated Jun 18, 2026 5:21 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

China Airlines flight CI058 from Melbourne to Taoyuan suffered a door collision with a boarding bridge during transit. The airline arranged alternative flights for affected passengers.

(CNA Reporter Yu Hsiao-han, Taipei, 14th) A China Airlines flight from Melbourne to Taoyuan today had its door collide with a boarding bridge during transit ground operations. China Airlines stated that they immediately notified passengers and assisted in arranging alternative flights according to their destinations.

China Airlines pointed out that on April 14th, flight CI058 from Melbourne scheduled to fly to Taoyuan, had its cabin door hit by a boarding bridge during transit ground operations. To ensure flight safety, the aircraft is undergoing inspection and maintenance in accordance with standard operating procedures.

China Airlines said that because there was still time before the original scheduled departure, they immediately notified passengers and helped arrange alternative flights based on their destinations, doing their utmost to properly take care of the passengers. They apologize for the inconvenience caused and appreciate the passengers' understanding and cooperation. (Editor: Li Heng-shan) 1150414

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Melbourne to Taiwan Flight Door Collides with Boarding Bridge; China Airlines Arranges Alternative Flights

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