Safety · Friday, 24 July 2026

US investigators rap Ryanair chief O’Leary for premature remarks on Malta 737 depressurisation

By AvTLDR Editorial Desk

The NTSB admonished Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary for making public comments regarding an ongoing investigation into a 737 engine failure.

TL;DR

O'Leary publicly claimed the incident was unrelated to aircraft age or maintenance, prompting the NTSB to remind the carrier that such determinations are not yet finalized. The rebuke highlights the strict protocols governing accident investigations and the risks of premature speculation by airline executives.

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