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Ryanair CEO blames external object after man partially sucked out window
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Nick Viviani , FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A foreign object was likely to blame for a broken window on an international flight earlier this month that led to a man being partially sucked out of the plane, Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary suggested.
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Why this matters in The Minneapolis
Minneapolis travelers who frequently fly out of the Twin Cities may be concerned about the safety of international flights after a recent incident where a man was partially sucked out of a plane window. The Ryanair CEO's suggestion that a foreign object caused the broken window raises questions about airport and airline protocols for ensuring passenger safety. As a major hub in the Midwest, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport sees a significant volume of international flights, and local authorities may need to review their own procedures for detecting and removing foreign objects from runways and aircraft. This incident could also lead to increased scrutiny of airline maintenance and inspection practices, potentially impacting the travel plans of Minneapolis residents who rely on international flights for business or leisure.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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