A MAN has sustained serious injuries after reportedly falling from the rear of an aircraft at Manchester Airport.
Emergency services were called to the scene at around 8 am on Saturday following reports that the individual had fallen from a Jet2 plane.
The man, believed to be an aircraft engineer and working as a contractor for the airline, was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital.
He is understood to have suffered multiple serious injuries, including fractures to his arms and legs.
Jet2 has confirmed that a full investigation into the incident is now underway.
A spokesperson for the airline said: "We are aware of an incident that took place at Manchester Airport on Saturday, April 11, involving an individual from a third-party provider.
"We are unable to confirm further details at present; however, we can confirm that a full investigation has been launched.
"We are doing our best to provide support to everyone who needs it."
Manchester Airport has also been contacted for comment.
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