Ryanair Plane Fire at Palma Airport Leaves 18 People Injured

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A devastating fire on a Ryanair plane at Majorca's Palma Airport has left 18 people injured, with six taken to hospital and eight receiving minor treatment. The blaze broke out just after midnight, causing a scene of panic as passengers were seen fleeing the aircraft via the wings. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, with regional medical coordinators describing the injuries as minor.

Key Takeaways:

  • The fire occurred on a Ryanair plane at Palma Airport, with 18 people reported injured, including six taken to hospital.
  • The incident occurred just after midnight, with passengers seen fleeing the aircraft via the wings.
  • Regional medical emergency response coordinators described the injuries as minor, with three passengers taken to Hospital Quironsalud Palmplanas and three to Clínica Rotger.
  • It is unclear whether the plane was about to take off or had just landed, and where it had come from or was going.
  • The incident is being investigated by authorities, with further details expected to emerge in the coming hours.
  • Passengers were seen abandoning the plane via the wings, with firefighters and police responding to the scene.
  • The fire is believed to have caused minor injuries, with photos and video footage showing passengers fleeing the aircraft in a state of panic.

Statistics:

  • 18 people were reported injured in the fire on the Ryanair plane.
  • Six passengers were taken to hospital as a result of the incident.
  • Three passengers were taken to Hospital Quironsalud Palmplanas.
  • Three passengers were taken to Clínica Rotger.
  • The fire occurred just after midnight on the day of the incident.
  • The Ryanair plane was at Palma Airport at the time of the fire.

Sources:

  • "Ryanair plane fire at Palma Airport leaves 18 people injured." The Mirror.
  • Restaurant and catering association Sunaway.
  • The Sun Facebook page.
  • Planning Officer, Island Tourism Board (ITB).