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

Who is responsible for integrated stairs safety?

Understand the roles of manufacturers, airlines, and airports in boarding safety, with Mallorca in mind.

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

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Who is responsible for the safety of integrated stairs?

Safety responsibility is distributed among aircraft manufacturers, airlines, and airports, with regulators overseeing the rules. In Mallorca, the airport operator, the Spanish aviation authority, and the airlines should jointly define how to handle integrated stairs, especially during peak seasons.

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