Reports say a new study flags safety concerns about Ryanair’s onboard stairs, describing them as “steep and narrow.” The study indicates passengers are more likely to fall on the stairs and that the design may contribute to the risk.
The outlets cite evidence that there have been hundreds of falls involving passengers using the aircraft stairs, though details such as the study method, data sources, and how incidents are counted are not provided in the shared excerpts. Some reporting emphasizes the physical characteristics of the stairs—particularly their slope and width—as potential factors. Other context around the airline’s broader safety procedures or any planned design changes is not included in the provided information. As presented, the coverage focuses on the study’s warning and the possible link between stair design and passenger falls rather than on specific causes identified for individual incidents.
