# Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 Suffers Nose Gear Collapse at Frankfurt Airport

_Jun 4 12:25_

Tags: British Airways, Lufthansa, Frankfurt, Los Angeles, airline, safety & operations, industry news

A brand new Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 (D-ABPQ) with Allegris interiors suffered a nose gear collapse at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), grounding the aircraft and canceling flight LH450 to Los Angeles

## Summary

A brand new Lufthansa Boeing 787-9, registration D-ABPQ, suffered a nose landing gear collapse while parked at a gate at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The aircraft, which entered long-haul service on February 13, 2026, and features Allegris interiors, was scheduled to operate flight LH450 to Los Angeles (LAX), which was canceled as a result. Photos shared by a Reddit user show the collapsed nose gear, a ripped-off landing gear panel, and a ULD in the forward right cargo hold. While the cause is under investigation, the incident resembles a June 2021 British Airways 787 gear collapse caused by a deferred maintenance procedure error. The aircraft is expected to be out of service for an extended period, potentially around five months

## Why it matters

Affects 2 airline programs (British Airways, Lufthansa). Card-issuer angle via American Express.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/lufthansa-boeing-787-gear-collapse) — Brand New Lufthansa Boeing 787 Suffers Gear Collapse At Frankfurt Airport Gate

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