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open image in galleryThe man reportedly fell from the back of a Jet 2 plane (iStock)
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A man has been taken to hospital after reportedly falling from the back of a Jet 2 plane.
The man has been taken to hospital for “suspected serious injuries”, the North West Ambulance Service said, adding that they were called shortly after 8am on Saturday morning to reports that “someone had fallen from height”.
He is believed to have been an aircraft engineer who fell from the back of a Jet 2 plane, the Manchester Evening News reported.
Images of the scene show several ambulance and fire vehicles around a plane which has an open back door. Several airport workers are on the scene.
open image in galleryThe man reportedly fell from the back of a Jet 2 plane (iStock)The man was a contractor from a third-party provider who was carrying out work for the budget airline, which has opened an investigation into the incident.
A Jet 2 spokesperson told The Independent: “We are aware of an incident that took place at Manchester Airport this morning (Saturday 11th April) involving an individual from a third-party provider.
“We are unable to confirm further details at present, however, can confirm that a full investigation has been launched. We are doing our best to provide support to everyone who needs it.”
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open image in galleryThe incident took place at Manchester Airport (Getty/iStock)The plane was reportedly due to fly to Tenerife before the horrific incident took place.
The man, who remains unnamed, suffered serious injuries including leg and arm fractures, according to the MEN. He is believed to still be in hospital.
A NWSA spokesperson said: “A male patient was taken to hospital to be treated for suspected serious injuries.
“We were called at 08.22 to reports someone had fallen from height.”
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