Overview
- Ryanair Flight FR5519 from Krakow to Bristol was evacuated on the taxiway after crew reported smoke from the rear galley.
- Passengers exited via emergency slides and were returned to the terminal with no injuries reported by officials.
- Ryanair routed a replacement aircraft to complete the journey, resulting in a delay of roughly four to six hours.
- The aircraft involved is a Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 delivered to the airline at the end of September, and the source of the smoke remains unclear.
- Krakow Airport and airline technicians are inspecting the jet, with reports differing on its exact registration.