A Ryanair flight, designated as FR9448, was diverted to Madrid on February 14, 2024, due to a reported technical issue involving excessive fuel consumption. The flight was originally en route to Newquay Airport and was scheduled to land at 16:45 local time. Instead, it landed safely in Madrid, leaving passengers waiting for further arrangements.
The incident unfolded shortly after the aircraft departed from Malaga. According to passenger Eileen, the flight encountered difficulties as it was “not able to climb high enough,” which resulted in the aircraft burning more fuel than anticipated. Passengers remained on board the plane upon landing, with luggage being offloaded shortly thereafter.
Newquay Airport confirmed that they were tracking the flight and acknowledged the technical fault that necessitated the diversion. They indicated that passengers would be transferred to another aircraft to continue their journey to Newquay.
The delay in arrival at Newquay Airport is significant, as the expected landing time was pushed back to approximately 17:55. This incident highlights the inherent risks involved in air travel, especially concerning technical malfunctions. Ryanair has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.
As the situation develops, passengers are keen to receive updates about their onward travel plans. The airline’s response and the resolution of the issue will be closely monitored by those affected.
