On February 5, 2025, flight JL68 (departing from Narita International Airport to Seattle), was classified as an aviation accident by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States after its right wing came into contact with the tail of another aircraft while taxiing to the arrival spot at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.  

There were no reported injuries to the customers or the crew onboard the aircraft. 

We apologize for any inconvenience this incident may have caused to our customers and all related parties. The detailed circumstances and cause of the accident are currently under investigation, and our company is fully cooperating with the investigation.

- Details -
Date and Time of Occurrence: 
  February 5, 2025 (Wednesday) around 10:10 AM (Local Time)
Location: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Flight Number: JL68
Departure from Narita International Airport: 
  Scheduled Time of Departure 6:10 PM (Local time) 
  Actual Time of Departure 6:16 PM (Local time) 
Arrival at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: 
  Scheduled Time of Arrival 9:55 AM (Local time)
  Actual Landing Time 9:50 AM (Local time)
Aircraft Type and Registration Number:
  Boeing 787-9 (Registration: JA868J)

February 7, 2025
Japan Airlines