Ryanair records annual profits of over $2bn with rises set to continue
Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier has recorded the highest annual profits in its history, with rises in passenger…
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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
Boeing delivers its 1,500th 737 MAX to Ryanair amid production slowdown
Boeing has announced its latest set of delivery figures – a total of just 24 new planes during…
Ryanair’s complaint against Condor’s 2021 state aid upheld by European Court
On May 8, 2024, the European Union’s General Court annulled a previous decision made by the European Commission…
Ryanair introduces three new summer routes from Liverpool, adds extra Boeing 737
The low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced the introduction of three new routes on the summer 2024 schedule from Liverpool…
Ryanair buys 1,000 tons of SAF from Shell, enough to power over 200 flights
In an effort to demonstrate Ryanair’s continued commitment to achieve net zero by 2050, Europe’s busiest airline has…
All newly delivered 737s undergo our own 48-hour inspection says Ryanair CEO
The CEO of Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, has given an interview in which he said that the…
Ryanair CEO welcomes Boeing leadership reshuffle amid 737 MAX delivery delays
Michael O’Leary, the outspoken Chief Executive Officer of Ryanair, has issued a video message in which he welcomes…
Air France-KLM, Air France file appeals against EU Court rulings on state aid
Air France-KLM and Air France have confirmed that they have filed two appeals for annulment before the Court…
Ryanair facing summer schedule cuts amid ongoing Boeing 737 delivery delays
Ryanair has announced that it is expecting to receive even fewer new aircraft from US manufacturer Boeing in time…
From small-scale startup to low-cost leviathan – marking 40 years of Ryanair
2024 marks 40 years since the incorporation of Ryanair. Now Europe’s largest airline both in terms of aircraft…
Ryanair, TUI deal ensures fair ancillary charges for passengers
Ryanair, Europe’s biggest airline in terms of fleet size and passengers carried annually, has announced a new partnership…
Ryanair ready to pick up any Boeing 737 MAX 10 orders dropped by US carriers
Ryanair has announced that it would be interested in any Boeing 737 MAX 10 delivery slots, should they…
Ryanair carried 12.5 million passengers in December 2023 but load factors fall
European low-cost carrier Ryanair has reported a 9% jump in passenger numbers for December 2023. However, despite the rise,…
Ryanair welcomes legal victory against Air France-KLM state bailouts
Ryanair has welcomed a judgment made by the European General Court to overturn a decision to allow billions…
Ryanair invests $1.4 billion in huge summer 2024 Morocco expansion plan
Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost airline, has announced plans for a huge expansion to its 2024 Morocco flight program.…
Ryanair refuses travel to passenger despite them holding a valid passport
Ryanair has been forced to issue an apology to a passenger after its ground staff at London-Luton Airport…
Buzz B737 Max evacuated at Stockholm Arlanda airport after smoke fills cabin
A Boeing B737 Max operated by Buzz, a subsidiary of Ryanair, was evacuated at Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)…
Ryanair to start flights from Norwich Airport in 2024 for the first time
According to airline sources, Ryanair is to start flying from Norwich International Airport (NWI) during the summer of…