A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki, Greece, to Memmingen, Germany, erupted into chaos on Friday morning when a passenger window dislodged shortly after takeoff, reportedly sucking a man out of the aircraft up to his shoulders. The incident occurred on a Boeing 737-800, forcing the plane to return to Thessaloniki.
Passenger Sucked Out as Wife Clings to His Legs
According to the DailyStar, the male passenger was seen with his head and shoulders outside the plane through the dislodged window. His wife desperately held onto his legs to prevent him from being fully ejected. The terrifying scene unfolded mid-flight, causing panic among other passengers.
Ryanair Statement Confirms Window Dislodged
In a statement, Ryanair confirmed the incident: "A Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen on Friday morning (10 July) returned to Thessaloniki shortly after take-off when a passenger window dislodged inflight. The aircraft landed normally and passengers returned to the terminal." The airline added that one passenger requested and received medical assistance on the ground in Thessaloniki. To minimize delays, a replacement aircraft was arranged, departing Thessaloniki at 9:53 local time to take passengers to Memmingen.
Medical Assistance Provided on Ground
The passenger who was partially sucked out received medical attention upon landing. The extent of his injuries has not been disclosed, but the quick actions of his wife and fellow passengers likely prevented a more catastrophic outcome. The incident highlights the critical importance of aircraft maintenance and passenger safety protocols.
