Ryanair flight hit severe turbulence, injuries
In a dramatic and frightening episode for holidaymakers, a Ryanair Boeing 737-8 MAX operating flight FR1121 encountered severe turbulence on 28 December 2025, forcing the aircraft to make an emergency return to its departure airport. The incident, which occurred shortly after takeoff, left multiple passengers injured and raised fresh concerns about in-flight turbulence and passenger safety. Flight Details and Circumstances Flight FR1121 departed Birmingham Airport (BHX) in the United Kingdom around 14:50 GMT, bound for Tenerife South Airport (TFS) in Spain. At cruising altitude — approximately 35,000 feet — the aircraft encountered unexpectedly violent turbulence over Brittany, France , while cabin service was underway. Passengers described the sensation as a sudden and intense jolt, with some reporting being thrown from their seats as the aircraft was violently shaken. Several travellers likened the experience to scenes straight out of a “horror movie,” with objects and service trolley…
