Jet2 mentioned a ‘full’ investigation has been launched into the incident at Manchester Airport
The Jet2 plane at Manchester Airport(Image: UGC)
A man believed to be an plane engineer was seriously injured in a fall from the again of a plane at Manchester Airport. Paramedics have been scrambled to the airport early on Saturday morning after the horror incident.
The man, who hasn’t been named, suffered critical a number of accidents together with leg and arm fractures, the Manchester Evening News understands. It’s understood he stays in hospital after the incident at round 8am on Saturday.
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Photographs taken on the scene present ambulances and hearth service response autos surrounding a Jet2 plane within the quick aftermath.
The airline, in the meantime, confirmed {that a} ‘full’ investigation has now been launched.
According to witnesses, medical screens have been positioned across the injured man in the course of the emergency providers response. It is known the man was a contractor working for Jet2 on the time. He hasn’t been named.
The plane is seen within the photographs with a rear door open close to the tail. Mobile stairs used for passengers are additionally seen close by.
Manchester Airport confirmed North West Ambulance Service attended the incident. It’s understood the plane was as a result of depart to Tenerife.
A Jet2 spokesperson mentioned: “We are aware of an incident that took place at Manchester Airport this morning (Saturday 11th April) involving an individual from a third-party provider. We are unable to confirm further details at present, however, can confirm that a full investigation has been launched.
“We are doing our greatest to offer assist to everybody who wants it.”
The airline provided no further comment with regards to the incident or the subsequent status of the flight.
The Manchester Evening News has contacted Greater Manchester Police for additional particulars.
