Aircraft Mishap in Mallorca: 18 Passengers Sustained Injuries on a Ryanair Flight - Plane Fire on Mallorca Involving Ryanairleaves 18 Victims
A fire on a Ryanair Boeing 737-800 at Palma de Mallorca Airport has caused significant disruption and raised concerns among passengers. The exact cause of the fire, which occurred shortly after midnight on Saturday, is yet to be determined.
The incident took place while the plane was preparing for its return flight to a different destination, having just landed from Manchester. The situation led to panic among passengers, causing them to evacuate hastily through emergency exits. Some passengers even jumped onto the wings and then to the ground before reaching the safety of the airport.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and Ryanair has not released an official statement regarding the origin of the fire. Emergency medical services responded immediately, providing assistance with the evacuation and managing the scene. A total of 18 people sustained minor injuries during the evacuation, mostly due to falls and panic-related incidents rather than burns or life-threatening trauma. Among them, six passengers required hospital transfer.
Three of the injured passengers were taken to Clínica Rotger, and three to Palmaplanas Hospital in Palma. The injuries are described as minor, and there have been no reports of severe burns or critical conditions. The remaining injured passengers were treated on-site or transferred to a nearby medical facility for further care.
Airport authorities are providing assistance to stranded passengers due to the flight disruptions caused by the fire. A replacement aircraft was arranged, and the return flight eventually departed at around 07:00 CEST, approximately eight hours after the incident, declaring an emergency on approach to Manchester Airport but with no further issues reported.
The airline has apologised for the inconvenience caused to the passengers due to the fire incident. The Ryanair plane involved in the fire has been grounded for further investigation. The fire incident has caused significant disruption to flights at Palma de Mallorca Airport, with many passengers experiencing delays and cancellations.
The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Passengers are advised to check their flight status with Ryanair and the airport authorities for the latest information.
The Commission shall be assisted by the Member States in investigating the cause of the fire on the Ryanair Boeing 737-800 at Palma de Mallorca Airport, a general-news topic that is causing concern among travelers, particularly in relation to their lifestyle choices like travel and holiday plans. Despite the minor injuries sustained by some passengers, the incident has sparked discussions about safety measures and emergency protocols in aircraft travel, as well as the response of authorities and airlines to unexpected accidents.
