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Ryanair CEO indicates foreign object may have caused window damage incident

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Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary stated that initial investigations suggest a "foreign object" caused the window damage on a Boeing aircraft.
The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Thessaloniki, resulting in a passenger nearly being sucked out of the plane.
Passenger Ljubisa Karović described the experience as terrifying, recalling an explosion sound before he was pulled towards the broken window.
The company has assured the public of the aircraft's safety while investigations continue.
Karović is reportedly dealing with psychological impacts from the incident, expressing fears of flying again.

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A serious incident occurred on a Ryanair flight from Thessaloniki to Memmingen, Germany, when a passenger's cabin window shattered shortly after takeoff. The event resulted in 61-year-old Ljubisa Karović being nearly sucked out of the airplane, experiencing what he described as a terrifying explosion. Karović recounted that he was asleep when the noise jolted him awake, and he remained traumatized by the experience.

In response, Ryanair's CEO, Michael O'Leary, stated that initial investigations suggest the damage was likely caused by a foreign object impacting the window, rather than issues related to the aircraft's age or maintenance. As of now, the airline is assessing the situation further, emphasizing its commitment to passenger safety. Following the incident, Karović has reported ongoing psychological struggles and anxiety whenever he hears airplanes, highlighting the lasting impact of the traumatic experience.

Emergency services responded rapidly, and Karović received medical attention for his injuries. Reports indicate that he is finding it difficult to move past the incident, expressing doubt about ever flying again.

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A traumatized passenger described the moment he was nearly sucked out of the Ryanair plane after the window broke.

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