Ryanair's flight, carrying 179 passengers and six crew members, encountered significant turbulence on Wednesday night, which prompted the captain to divert to Memmingen, as conditions did not permit landing at Munich Airport. Among the injured were a two-year-old child who sustained bruises and a woman who suffered a head injury. Reports indicate that three individuals were transferred to a local hospital for further evaluation, while others received treatment at the scene, as confirmed by Bavarian police.
The airline expressed regret over the turbulent experience and assured passengers that medical assistance was requested prior to landing. Upon arrival at 20:44 local time, local authorities noted that there were no further incidents during the landing process. Subsequently, Ryanair arranged alternative transportation to Milan for the affected passengers and scheduled a replacement flight for the following morning.
Authorities reported that all passengers aboard the flight were assessed for injuries, ensuring safety protocols were followed. The incident highlights the unpredictability of air travel during adverse weather conditions and the airline's commitment to passenger welfare.
The airline expressed regret over the turbulent experience and assured passengers that medical assistance was requested prior to landing. Upon arrival at 20:44 local time, local authorities noted that there were no further incidents during the landing process. Subsequently, Ryanair arranged alternative transportation to Milan for the affected passengers and scheduled a replacement flight for the following morning.
Authorities reported that all passengers aboard the flight were assessed for injuries, ensuring safety protocols were followed. The incident highlights the unpredictability of air travel during adverse weather conditions and the airline's commitment to passenger welfare.
