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Airport Worker Falls from Plane After Ladder Removed Prematurely

Incident at Jakarta airport highlights safety protocol breach as TransNusa Airlines investigates the mishap

  • Worker fell from Airbus A320 after colleagues moved the mobile ladder away.
  • The fall resulted in non-life-threatening injuries and was captured on video.
  • Authorities are investigating the breach of aviation rules requiring ladders to remain until plane doors close.
  • TransNusa Airlines cited miscommunication between ground staff as the cause.
  • The airline resumed operations in 2022 after a pandemic-induced hiatus.
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