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Dangerous Steps: How risky are Ryanair's retractable 737 stairs?

Shared responsibility for safe boarding in Mallorca airports

Learn who is responsible for safety when retractable stairs are used at Mallorca’s airports.

Published: September 03, 2026
Dangerous Steps: How risky are Ryanair's retractable 737 stairs?

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Who is responsible for safe boarding with retractable stairs in Mallorca airports?

Responsibility is shared among manufacturers, airlines, and airport operators, with authorities able to set binding minimum requirements or issue recommendations on factors like width and incline and on prioritising safer ground stairs at busy destinations such as Mallorca.

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