No Injuries Reported Amidst Record Passenger Numbers

A portion of the roof at Majorca's international airport unexpectedly collapsed, startling travelers. Debris and glass were observed scattered across the baggage claim area of Son Sant Joan Airport, also known as Palma Airport. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, as vending machines in the arrivals hall absorbed much of the impact. Authorities quickly secured the area.

The collapse generated significant dust, temporarily reducing visibility within the terminal. Son Sant Joan Airport experienced a record-breaking 33.3 million passengers in 2024, a 7% increase from the previous year. The airport is a major hub, ranking as the third busiest in Spain and the fourteenth in Europe. This incident occurred amidst ongoing discussions about overtourism, with protests taking place across Spain earlier in the year.

Following the incident, airport workers expressed relief that no serious injuries occurred. Initial investigations by the Spanish airports authority, AENA, suggest that debris from ongoing construction work caused the collapse. This debris is believed to have fallen onto a glass roof near the baggage claim entrance, causing it to fail. AENA officials are currently assessing the situation to determine the appropriate actions and assign responsibility if necessary.

Witnesses described the scene, including one English-speaking woman's reaction to the dust cloud. Local commentary on social media criticized the airport's condition. Prior to this incident, the airport had faced complaints regarding dust entering the terminal due to a panel falling and weather conditions.