Jet Bridge Incident
UPDATE 8/27/25 at 12 PM:
Following Tuesday’s incident, initial findings show this was an isolated accident that occurred while repairs were being conducted on the jet bridge. While the full investigation remains ongoing, there are no indications of concerns with our other jet bridges.
We want to reassure our passengers that all other jet bridges have been carefully inspected and remain safe for use.
We are also grateful to share that the two employees injured in the incident were released from the hospital yesterday and are now recovering at home.
UPDATE 8/26/25 at 1:30 PM:
At approximately 9:25 AM on Tuesday 8/26, the Gate 2 jet bridge at Santa Barbara Airport collapsed while undergoing maintenance. At the time of the incident, the jet bridge was out of service and no passengers were present. Two airport staff sustained minor, non life-threatening injuries and were transported to Cottage Hospital for treatment.
The jet bridge is currently under investigation to determine the exact cause of the incident. Out of an abundance of caution, all other jet bridges have been visually inspected and no concerns have been identified.
“This is the first time something like this has happened at Santa Barbara Airport, and we are taking the steps to determine what the exact cause was,” said Chris Hastert, Santa Barbara Airport Director. “It appears to be an isolated incident, but the safety of our passengers and our staff remain our number one priority.”
The jet bridge will remain out of service until further notice. Flight operations are not expected to be impacted. Passengers should check directly with their airline for latest flight status.
At approximately 9:25 AM on Tuesday, a jet bridge at Santa Barbara Airport collapsed while undergoing maintenance. SBA and emergency personnel are currently on scene responding to the incident. No passengers were boarding the jet bridge at the time of the collapse. More information is being gathered at this time and will be released when available.
Flight operations are not expected to be impacted. Please check with your airline for latest flight status.
