Passengers were startled by severe turbulence during a flight to Spain, resulting in multiple injuries. The Ryanair aircraft departed from Vitoria, Spain, heading to Palma, Mallorca, when sudden turbulence struck, causing chaos on board. Among the 180 passengers on the plane, two flight attendants suffered significant injuries. One attendant was thrown into the air, hitting the ceiling, while the other was struck by a catering trolley in the aisle.
Several crew members also sustained injuries as they were on their feet when the turbulence hit. Emergency services swiftly responded upon the aircraft’s arrival at Son Sant Joan airport. An ambulance promptly attended to the injured, allowing for the passengers to disembark shortly after landing.
A spokesperson for Ryanair commented on the incident, stating that flight FR4615 experienced turbulence before landing in Palma de Mallorca. The captain requested medical assistance for the two injured cabin crew members, and the plane landed safely.
The turbulence occurred amidst adverse weather conditions, with heavy rains causing delays. Storms in Mallorca complicated the flight from Alava to Ciutat as it approached its destination. The flight attendants followed safety protocols, but the turbulence still took them by surprise.
The severity of the injuries sustained by the crew members remains uncertain at this time. This incident follows a similar event earlier this year when a Ryanair flight encountered a severe thunderstorm, resulting in injuries to nine individuals, including a toddler and a crew member. The aircraft, carrying 185 passengers, made an emergency landing at Memmingen Airport in Bavaria during its journey from Berlin to Milan.
In response to the previous incident, the airline arranged alternative transport from Memmingen to Milan to minimize passenger disruptions. Ryanair issued an apology to passengers affected by the diversion, emphasizing their commitment to ensuring swift passenger transfers to their final destinations.