Boeing says January deliveries shrank 29% Boeing said today it delivered 27 airplanes in January, which was down 29% from the same month last year as regulators, politicians and customers pressured the planemaker following a MAX 9 mid-air cabin panel blowout last month. Business • 13 Feb 24
Boeing says January deliveries shrank 29% Boeing said today it delivered 27 airplanes in January, which was down 29% from the same month last year as regulators, politicians and customers pressured the planemaker following a MAX 9 mid-air cabin panel blowout last month. Business • 13 Feb 24
Aer Lingus to end Dublin-Gatwick service from April Aer Lingus is to end its service between Dublin Airport and London's Gatwick Airport at the end of March. Business • 19 Jan 24
Aer Lingus to end Dublin-Gatwick service from April Aer Lingus is to end its service between Dublin Airport and London's Gatwick Airport at the end of March. Business • 19 Jan 24
Claim daa breached EU regulation 'false', daa says daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports has described claims by Ryanair that the company had breached EU regulation by awarding a contract without a tender as "baffling" and "false". Business • 04 Jan 24
Claim daa breached EU regulation 'false', daa says daa, the operator of Dublin and Cork airports has described claims by Ryanair that the company had breached EU regulation by awarding a contract without a tender as "baffling" and "false". Business • 04 Jan 24
Turbulence for tourism despite travel's rebound Despite a faster-than-expected recovery in travel, the tourism and hospitality sector continued to face significant pressures in 2023, writes Adam Maguire. Business • 30 Dec 23
Turbulence for tourism despite travel's rebound Despite a faster-than-expected recovery in travel, the tourism and hospitality sector continued to face significant pressures in 2023, writes Adam Maguire. Business • 30 Dec 23
Airbus on course for record jetliner orders in 2023 Airbus is on course to break aerospace order records in 2023 after a buying spree from European airlines and a brisk month so far in deliveries, industry sources said today. Business • 19 Dec 23
Airbus on course for record jetliner orders in 2023 Airbus is on course to break aerospace order records in 2023 after a buying spree from European airlines and a brisk month so far in deliveries, industry sources said today. Business • 19 Dec 23
Avolon to order 140 new planes from Airbus and Boeing Dublin-based aircraft leasing company Avolon has agreed to order 140 new aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, in a deal its owner said was worth a combined $18 billion at list prices. Business • 12 Dec 23
Avolon to order 140 new planes from Airbus and Boeing Dublin-based aircraft leasing company Avolon has agreed to order 140 new aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, in a deal its owner said was worth a combined $18 billion at list prices. Business • 12 Dec 23
US YouTuber who staged plane crash is jailed A YouTuber who deliberately crashed his plane to boost the number of viewers on his channel and then lied about it to investigators has been jailed for six months after reaching a plea deal, US authorities have said. US • 05 Dec 23
US YouTuber who staged plane crash is jailed A YouTuber who deliberately crashed his plane to boost the number of viewers on his channel and then lied about it to investigators has been jailed for six months after reaching a plea deal, US authorities have said. US • 05 Dec 23
EasyJet reports strong full-year results EasyJet has reported 2023 earnings in line with analyst expectations after a year of robust travel demand and forward bookings, but the British carrier said geopolitical instability would weigh on the current quarter. Business • 28 Nov 23
EasyJet reports strong full-year results EasyJet has reported 2023 earnings in line with analyst expectations after a year of robust travel demand and forward bookings, but the British carrier said geopolitical instability would weigh on the current quarter. Business • 28 Nov 23
New research project on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aircraft Leasing Ireland (ALI) has announced the funding of a new research project on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Business • 20 Nov 23
New research project on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Aircraft Leasing Ireland (ALI) has announced the funding of a new research project on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production. Business • 20 Nov 23
Ireland West Airport Knock returns to profit The operator of Ireland West Airport Knock last year enjoyed a pre-tax profit of €2.075m after the airport generated record revenues of €17.93m. Business • 14 Nov 23
Ireland West Airport Knock returns to profit The operator of Ireland West Airport Knock last year enjoyed a pre-tax profit of €2.075m after the airport generated record revenues of €17.93m. Business • 14 Nov 23
JetBlue to launch Dublin to New York, Boston services JetBlue is to begin daily services between Dublin and New York and Dublin and Boston from March 2024. Business • 25 Oct 23
JetBlue to launch Dublin to New York, Boston services JetBlue is to begin daily services between Dublin and New York and Dublin and Boston from March 2024. Business • 25 Oct 23
Boeing trims annual 737 delivery target Boeing has cut its 737 delivery forecast for this year due to quality issues at supplier Spirit AeroSystems, a temporary setback to the planemaker that is looking to recover from its own set of crises. Business • 25 Oct 23
Boeing trims annual 737 delivery target Boeing has cut its 737 delivery forecast for this year due to quality issues at supplier Spirit AeroSystems, a temporary setback to the planemaker that is looking to recover from its own set of crises. Business • 25 Oct 23
Minister urges progress on opening up of European skies The Minister of State with responsibility for aviation has said it is unfortunate that there is a degree of protectionsim by some EU member states about holding all control over their skies. Business • 20 Oct 23
Minister urges progress on opening up of European skies The Minister of State with responsibility for aviation has said it is unfortunate that there is a degree of protectionsim by some EU member states about holding all control over their skies. Business • 20 Oct 23
Ryanair forced to cancel 55 flights overflying France Ryanair said it was forced to cancel 55 flights overflying France today because of another day of strikes by air traffic controllers there. Business • 13 Oct 23
Ryanair forced to cancel 55 flights overflying France Ryanair said it was forced to cancel 55 flights overflying France today because of another day of strikes by air traffic controllers there. Business • 13 Oct 23
Delta Air raises revenue forecast on travel rebound Delta Air Lines has raised its current-quarter revenue forecast as Americans' thirst for travel to Europe lifted demand for transatlantic flights. Business • 14 Sep 23
Delta Air raises revenue forecast on travel rebound Delta Air Lines has raised its current-quarter revenue forecast as Americans' thirst for travel to Europe lifted demand for transatlantic flights. Business • 14 Sep 23
Ryanair announces winter schedule from Cork Airport Ryanair has announced details of its winter schedule from Cork Airport. Business • 12 Sep 23
Ryanair announces winter schedule from Cork Airport Ryanair has announced details of its winter schedule from Cork Airport. Business • 12 Sep 23
Ryanair to open two aircraft base in Copenhagen Ryanair is set to open a two aircraft base in Copenhagen, Denmark from December. Business • 22 Aug 23
Ryanair to open two aircraft base in Copenhagen Ryanair is set to open a two aircraft base in Copenhagen, Denmark from December. Business • 22 Aug 23
Airbus weighs separate boss for planemaking arm Airbus is contemplating a management shake-up that could restore a de facto separate leader for its planemaking business and free CEO Guillaume Faury to tackle broader strategic priorities, people familiar with the matter said. Business • 24 Jul 23
Airbus weighs separate boss for planemaking arm Airbus is contemplating a management shake-up that could restore a de facto separate leader for its planemaking business and free CEO Guillaume Faury to tackle broader strategic priorities, people familiar with the matter said. Business • 24 Jul 23
American Airlines raises 2023 profit forecast American Airlines raised its annual forecast for adjusted profit today, powered by strong demand for domestic and international travel despite fears of a looming economic slowdown. Business • 20 Jul 23
American Airlines raises 2023 profit forecast American Airlines raised its annual forecast for adjusted profit today, powered by strong demand for domestic and international travel despite fears of a looming economic slowdown. Business • 20 Jul 23
Dublin aircraft lessor records €313m loss for 2022 The Irish arm of aircraft lessor, BOC Aviation last year recorded pre-tax losses of €313m due to the write-down of 15 of the company's aircraft based in Russia. Business • 12 Jul 23
Dublin aircraft lessor records €313m loss for 2022 The Irish arm of aircraft lessor, BOC Aviation last year recorded pre-tax losses of €313m due to the write-down of 15 of the company's aircraft based in Russia. Business • 12 Jul 23
Heathrow passenger numbers near pre-pandemic levels Heathrow Airport, Britain's busiest, said 7 million passengers traveled through it last month. Business • 11 Jul 23
Heathrow passenger numbers near pre-pandemic levels Heathrow Airport, Britain's busiest, said 7 million passengers traveled through it last month. Business • 11 Jul 23
Irish cargo airline ASL to let 28 pilots go Irish cargo airline ASL Airlines is to let 28 pilots go as part of a reduction of its contracted pilot support in Europe. Business • 29 Jun 23
Irish cargo airline ASL to let 28 pilots go Irish cargo airline ASL Airlines is to let 28 pilots go as part of a reduction of its contracted pilot support in Europe. Business • 29 Jun 23
Heathrow strikes off after security workers accept deal Strikes at Heathrow Airport, Britain's busiest, were called off today, after security workers accepted an improved pay deal, the Unite union said. Business • 23 Jun 23
Heathrow strikes off after security workers accept deal Strikes at Heathrow Airport, Britain's busiest, were called off today, after security workers accepted an improved pay deal, the Unite union said. Business • 23 Jun 23
Aer Lingus announces new Paris service from Shannon Flights from Shannon to Paris are to return, following the announcement that Aer Lingus is to resume its services to Charles de Gaulle airport. Business • 22 Jun 23
Aer Lingus announces new Paris service from Shannon Flights from Shannon to Paris are to return, following the announcement that Aer Lingus is to resume its services to Charles de Gaulle airport. Business • 22 Jun 23
Ryanair looking to fill 100 tech roles in Ireland Ryanair has said it is looking to fill 100 tech roles in Ireland. Business • 22 Jun 23
Ryanair looking to fill 100 tech roles in Ireland Ryanair has said it is looking to fill 100 tech roles in Ireland. Business • 22 Jun 23