Passengers on a packed Ryanair flight were reported to have been shocked when the plane 'rolled forward' on landing. The event happened shortly after coming to a stop after landing but passengers from the aircraft were seen 'panicking' and 'screaming' according to an account of the incident.
The flight to Majorca from Bristol had just opened its doors when the aircraft is said to have moved forward. Bristol Airport has confirmed an investigation is underway, reported Bristol Live.
The publication said that the Ryanair plane was carrying passengers and 'rolled forward' after having parked after landing. One passenger confirmed the incident took place at around 7pm on Monday, April 17.
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The passenger claims the doors were 'open' as the 'full' FR8234 flight to Majorca began to move, which sparked panic and 'screaming' among a number of people. A spokesperson for Bristol Airport has confirmed that the aircraft rolled less than one metre after chocks were removed before a tug had been attached. Nobody was injured and there was no damage to the aircraft or equipment.
In a full statement, a Bristol Airport spokesperson said: "Yesterday evening (April 17), an aircraft rolled forward by less than one metre after chocks were removed before a tug had been attached.
"There was no damage to the aircraft or equipment, no injuries, and the aircraft departed without any further delay. An investigation is already underway, and procedures are being reviewed."
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