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Ryanair's Folding Stairs: Why Boarding and Disembarking in Mallorca Can Be More Risky

Dimensions that influence safety on integrated stairs

Understand how width, incline, and first-step design affect boarding safety on these stairs.

Published: September 03, 2026
Ryanair's Folding Stairs: Why Boarding and Disembarking in Mallorca Can Be More Risky

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What dimensions matter for safe boarding on integrated aircraft stairs?

Width, incline, and step height all affect footing and balance. The stairs discussed have about 61 cm width with a roughly 35-degree incline and 20 cm high steps, which is narrower and steeper than typical mobile stairs. Standards often reference a minimum width near one meter, highlighting the gap between fixed stairs and mobile options. A trapezoidal first step can make footing especially tricky for older travelers or those with carry-on luggage.

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