A potential injury situation unfolded following an incident at a major international airport.

Approximately 17 individuals were reportedly caught up in the event when a specialized vehicle, resembling a bus, used for transporting passengers between the terminal and an aircraft, crashed at Washington Dulles International Airport, located about 26 miles west of the US capital, on November 10.

The loaded mobile lounge, commonly referred to as ‘people movers,’ collided with a dock upon approaching the building around 4:30 p.m. local time, as per an announcement by the airport on the X platform, previously named Twitter.

The airport’s social media post stated, “Passengers disembarked the mobile lounge using stairs. Airports Authority Fire & Rescue personnel are assessing them for potential injuries.”

The Daily Star mentioned that local hospitals have been given early notice to prepare for potentially up to 17 patients.

Mobile lounges were first introduced at the airport in 1962 upon its opening, and discontinuing their use has been a recent topic of discussion.

Recently, a nominee for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) Board of Directors informed lawmakers that if appointed, he would gradually eliminate the people movers at the airport, as reported by AirlineGeeks.

The airport is operational, and regular activities are ongoing without disruptions.