British watchdog takes legal action against British Airways and Ryanair
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened enforcement cases into British Airways and Ryanair over alleged both…
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An Irish ultra-low-cost carrier, Ryanair is Europe’s largest airline by scheduled passengers carried. Founded in 1984, the airline operates a fleet of over 500 Boeing 737 aircraft, connecting over 200 destinations across 40 countries. Ryanair is known for its point-to-point route network, high aircraft utilization, and no-frills service model, which has contributed to its competitive fares and rapid expansion. The airline has faced criticism for its labor practices and ancillary revenue strategies.
Key Facts
- Type: Ultra-low-cost carrier
- Fleet size: 500+ aircraft
- Aircraft type: Boeing 737
- Destinations: 200+
- Parent company: Ryanair Holdings
- Hubs: Dublin Airport, London Stansted Airport
- CEO: Michael O’Leary
Ryanair Boeing 737 diverts to Berlin due to reported bomb threat
A Ryanair Boeing 737-800 made an emergency landing in Berlin, Germany, after a reported bomb threat on board.The incident…
FR4978: all the holes in the story
On May 23, 2021, Ryanair flight 4978 was diverted on its way from Athens (ATH) to Vilnius (VNO).…
ICAO takes up investigation of Ryanair FR4978 forced diversion in Belarus
Following an emergency meeting of the International Civil Aviation Organization, the United Nations aviation agency, representatives from the…
“Bomb threat” email sent after Ryanair flight diverted by Belarus
The secure-email provider Proton Technologies said the “bomb threat” message used by Belarus to justify intercepting a Ryanair…
Ryanair flight diversion: Lukashenko gives his version
Following the outrage over the diversion of a Ryanair flight for the arrest of an opposition journalist on…
EU condemns hijacking, urges airlines to avoid overflight of Belarus
The European Council is urging all European airlines to avoid overflight of Belarus following the forced landing of…
Italian watchdog fines Ryanair over unfair refunding practices
On May 24, 2021, the Italian Antitrust Authority imposed a fine of €4.2 million ($5.1 million) for European…
Belarus diverts Ryanair flight to arrest journalist, opposition reports
The Ryanair flight FR4978 from Athens, Greece, to Vilnius, Lithuania, diverted to Minsk in Belarus. The aircraft, a Boeing…
Ryanair gloats Court’s ruling to tear off bailout of two rivals
The EU General Court sided with Ryanair and ruled against government aid to Air France-KLM and TAP Air…
Ryanair optimistic despite huge annual loss reaching over €1 billion
Ryanair reports an €815 million net loss excluding exceptional items in the last fiscal year, which ended on…
Ryanair hopes to get the first Boeing 737 MAX in two weeks
On April 22, 2021, Ryanair DAC CEO Eddie Wilson said that the first Boeing 737 MAX aircraft delivery…
Ryanair to receive first Boeing 737 MAX in coming days
Following the ungrounding of the MAX in December 2019, Ryanair will take delivery of its first Boeing…
EASA certifies Ryanair’s high-density Boeing 737 MAX 8200
On April 6, 2021, European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) granted certification for the Boeing 737 MAX 8200…
Flights to Malta diverted after Ryanair 737 hits three fuel trucks
A Ryanair Boeing 737-800 collided with three fuel trucks on the apron of Malta International Airport (MLA), on…
FAA certifies Ryanair’s high-density 737 MAX 8200
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified the high-density Boeing 737 MAX 8200, a model based on the 737…
Ryanair to order and help build the second Antonov An-225 Mriya
In a bid to respond to the unprecedented demand for the upcoming summer travel season, as the vaccination…
Ryanair sharpens knives for summer, adds 26 new routes
Ryanair sharpens knives against its competitors for the summer season of 2021 by offering 26 new routes to…