Travellers shocked after roof collapse at holiday island airport

WorldTravel
26 Jun 2025 • 12:06 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • A section of the roof in the arrivals lounge at Mallorca's Palma Airport collapsed on Tuesday afternoon, causing glass and debris to fall.
  • Despite the incident, no injuries were reported, and airport operations remained unaffected, as confirmed by AENA, the company managing Spanish airports.
  • Airport personnel promptly cordoned off the affected area and redirected passengers following the collapse.
  • This incident is the latest in a series of issues at the airport, which has faced complaints about ongoing renovation work, including dust in January and major flooding in May.
  • The airport is currently undergoing extensive renovation work, which began in 2022 and is projected to be completed in 2026 with a budget of €550 million.

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