Passenger partially sucked out of Ryanair plane after window breaks mid-flight

A Ryanair flight experienced a terrifying mid-air emergency when a window detached shortly after takeoff, forcing an immediate return to Thessaloniki, Greece. The flight was en route to Memmingen, Germany.

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The passenger was sitting next to the window when it broke during the flight. The force of the depressurization expelled the man headfirst up to his shoulders towards the exterior, but other travelers managed to hold him and prevent a greater tragedy.

The incident occurred on Friday morning, July 10, 2026. A passenger seated next to the window was partially ejected from the aircraft due to the sudden depressurization. Other passengers reacted quickly, managing to grab hold of the individual and prevent a more tragic outcome. The passenger received medical attention upon landing for shock and injuries sustained.

Witnesses described a chaotic scene inside the cabin following the loud noise, with oxygen masks automatically deploying. One passenger reported that the injured individual was bleeding and had lost consciousness temporarily.

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After the bang, the oxygen masks automatically deployed, creating a chaotic environment inside the cabin. The injured man was bleeding and lost consciousness for some moments.

Ryanair confirmed that the aircraft landed safely and the passenger received ground assistance. The airline provided a replacement plane to minimize delays for other passengers. The Hellenic Aviation and Railway Safety Investigation Authority (Harsia) has launched an investigation into the cause of the window detachment. Data from AirNav Radar indicated the Boeing 737-8AS, approximately 18 years old, turned back while at an altitude of around 16,000 feet.

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The aircraft landed without incident, and the passenger received medical attention on the ground. We organized a replacement aircraft to transport the other passengers to their final destination in Memmingen, minimizing delays.