Paddle Your Own KanooMateusz Maszczynski

Exit‑row seats collapse on Batik Air 737 during takeoff; probe opened

A row of exit seats on a Batik Air Boeing 737 collapsed backward during takeoff, slamming into the row behind; no injuries were reported and a passenger narrowly avoided harm. Authorities have opened an investigation amid concerns about maintenance and safety standards at the Lion Air–owned carrier.

2026-02-23T11:53:16.898055-08:00