The incident occurred aboard a flight travelling from Thessaloniki, Greece, to Memmingen, Germany, while the aircraft was cruising at an altitude of around 30,000 feet over North Macedonia.

According to passengers, a 61-year-old Serbian tourist seated next to the damaged window had his head and shoulders forced outside the aircraft after the window broke. His wife immediately grabbed his legs, while nearby passengers rushed to help pull him back into the cabin. His seat belt reportedly prevented him from being completely ejected.

A female passenger told local media that most people were asleep when they heard a loud bang similar to a tyre bursting, followed by screams. Oxygen masks automatically deployed as the cabin rapidly depressurised, and passengers noticed a strong smell inside the aircraft.

Ryanair confirmed that the passenger sustained injuries resembling burns and was taken to hospital after landing. The airline said he is in stable condition.

Greek media reported that the window may have been damaged by debris from an engine component, although authorities have not officially confirmed the cause.

Following the incident, the aircraft returned to Thessaloniki, where it landed safely. Ryanair said all passengers were safely evacuated to the terminal, and alternative arrangements were made to transport them to Memmingen. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

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