A Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operated by Lufthansa suffered a nose gear collapse on June 4, 2026, at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The incident occurred while the aircraft was stationed at a gate, awaiting a scheduled departure to Los Angeles International Airport.
According to reports, the aircraft, registered D-ABPQ, experienced the failure while stationary. No passengers were on board at the time of the event, but the airline confirmed that ground staff and crew members were injured. Those affected are currently receiving medical attention.
Lufthansa has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the failure in coordination with relevant authorities. While the exact cause remains under review, the aircraft sustained significant damage during the collapse, necessitating its removal from service. This unit was a relatively new addition to the Lufthansa fleet, having only entered service in February 2026 after delivery earlier this year.
The collapse has led to the cancellation of the affected service. Industry observers expect the aircraft to undergo extensive repairs, keeping it grounded for the foreseeable future as technical teams continue their on-site assessment of the landing gear system.