NTSB releases preliminary report on Ryanair flight incident involving engine failure

On July 10, a Ryanair Boeing 737 NG experienced a severe engine failure shortly after takeoff from Greece while en route to Germany. A preliminary report from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has confirmed the presence of bird remains in the number two engine, which likely contributed to the incident. During the failure, a piece of the engine detached and shattered a cabin window, causing a rapid depressurization of the aircraft and forcing a passenger to be partially pulled toward the opening.

The pilots successfully performed an emergency landing to address the crisis. NTSB investigators are currently analyzing the data to determine if there are direct parallels between this event and other historical engine-related failures, including the fatal 2018 Southwest Airlines incident. The ongoing investigation is also reviewing maintenance logs, noting that the flight crew had reported issues within the 12 months prior to this occurrence.

The investigation remains active as authorities continue to examine the mechanical evidence and operational history of the specific engine type involved. Further findings are expected as the NTSB completes its comprehensive review of the event.