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Fellow passengers pull back man partly sucked out of broken window on a flight from Greece
By COSTAS KANTOURIS and RIO YAMAT, Associated Press at Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Fellow passengers pulled back a man who was partially sucked out of a dislodged airplane window on Friday, a few minutes after takeoff on a flight from northern Greece to Germany. The plane subsequently returned to the airport in Greece. The incident happened on a morn...
Key takeaway The plane subsequently returned to the airport in Greece.
Why this matters in The Odessa
For Odessa residents who frequently travel for business or leisure, the incident of a man being partially sucked out of a dislodged airplane window on a flight from Greece to Germany is a stark reminder of the risks associated with air travel. Although the incident occurred overseas, it has implications for local travelers who may be concerned about the safety of flights they take. The fact that fellow passengers were able to pull the man back to safety is a testament to the importance of quick thinking and action in emergency situations. As a community that relies heavily on air travel for connections to major hubs, the people of Odessa will be watching to see how airlines and regulatory bodies respond to this incident to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The safety of air travel is a top priority, and this incident will likely lead to renewed scrutiny of aircraft maintenance and emergency procedures.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) — Fellow passengers pulled back a man who was partially sucked out of a dislodged airplane window on Friday, a few minutes after takeoff on a flight from northern Greece to Germany. The plane subsequently returned to the airport in Greece. The incident happened on a morn...
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