A man has been seriously hurt after falling from the back of a Jet2 plane at Manchester Airport. The incident occurred at approximately 08:20 BST on Saturday, prompting immediate medical assistance. The man was subsequently taken to the hospital for treatment.
The circumstances surrounding the fall are currently under investigation, which involves an individual from a third-party provider. This incident has raised questions about safety protocols and the operational procedures at the airport.
In a related development, passengers traveling from Milan to Manchester faced significant delays due to border control issues. Approximately 100 passengers were stranded at Milan Airport as they missed their easyJet flight to Manchester. The easyJet flight, which was scheduled to depart at 11 am, was held for nearly an hour to accommodate the delayed passengers, but ultimately had to leave due to crew reaching their safety regulated operating hours.
Passengers expressed their frustration over the delays, with one stating, “We are stuck,” while another exclaimed, “What a nightmare!” The situation was compounded by the fact that the 11 am flight left without half the plane, as noted by an observer. An easyJet spokesperson confirmed, “We held flight EJU5420 from Milan to Manchester for nearly an hour to give passengers extra time but it had to then depart due to crew reaching their safety regulated operating hours.”
Adding to the travel woes, passengers reported waiting for up to three hours at passport control, which contributed to the missed flight. The cost of alternative travel options, such as a taxi from Gatwick to Manchester, was reported to be around £400, further complicating the situation for those affected.
This incident comes in the wake of the UK government’s updated guidance for travelers heading to the European Schengen area, which may now require biometric registration upon arrival. This change could potentially lead to longer wait times at border controls, impacting future travel plans.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of the investigation into the man’s fall and the implications for airport safety protocols. Further developments are expected as authorities continue to assess the situation and its impact on operations at Manchester Airport.
