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Ryanair Flight Takes Emergency U-Turn After Door is Left Open

“A door was left open” on a Ryanair flight from Belfast International Airport to Edinburgh, forcing the pilot to execute a U-turn and bring the aircraft down safely.

As soon as the jet took off, a passenger reported that everyone “knew something was wrong.” According to reports, the flight attendants were “shook up” and “in tears,” and the pilot of the aircraft kept checking one of the doors.

The passenger described the flight as “terrifying” and expressed hope that Ryanair will take the incident as a lesson. They continued, saying, “After we landed, they indicated a door sensor issue was the cause. Even though it was an emergency landing, we had to circle for a short while.

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According to a Ryanair representative: “Due to a small technical issue with the aircraft, this flight from Belfast to Edinburgh (17 October) returned to Belfast International Airport shortly after departure.

In order to limit any inconvenience to the passengers, a backup aircraft was promptly scheduled and left for Edinburgh Airport at 00:40 local time. The plane landed without incident. Ryanair deeply regrets any inconvenience caused to all impacted passengers.

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.