Ryanair
Coverage of Ryanair in the Nexus archive.
- Fuel emergency forces Ryanair flight to divert after failed landing at popular French airport
A Ryanair flight was forced to divert due to a fuel emergency after a failed landing attempt at a popular French airport. The incident highlights operational challenges in aviation safety.
- The European airports where Brits face queuing misery this summer: Ryanair names seven worst-hit terminals under new EU border checks
Ryanair has identified seven European airports where British travelers face significant queuing delays due to new EU border checks this summer. The airline highlights the impact of these checks on passenger experiences at affected terminals.
- Nigerian pilot who became first African to fly solo around the globe loses race discrimination case against Ryanair
A Nigerian pilot who became the first African to fly solo around the globe lost a race discrimination case against Ryanair. The airline was accused of discriminatory practices, but the pilot's claim was dismissed.
- Ryanair ‘reluctantly’ scraps mandatory fees that allow kids and parents to sit together
Ryanair has removed mandatory fees that allowed children aged two to 11 to sit next to an accompanying adult. The airline previously charged $10.70 each way per adult for this service.
- Ryanair stops charging for parents to sit with their children
Ryanair has stopped charging parents to sit with their children on flights. The policy change follows an investigation by Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority into the airline's practices.
- Ryanair forced into humiliating U-turn after outrage over charging parents to sit with their children
Ryanair reversed its policy after public outrage for charging parents to sit with their children. The airline faced backlash for the controversial fee, leading to a forced policy change.
- Michael O'Leary lines up £133m payday in deal to stay at Ryanair until 2032
Michael O'Leary is set to receive a £133 million payout through a deal to remain at Ryanair until 2032. The agreement ensures his continued leadership at the airline through 2032.
- Ryanair boss hits out at 'gobbledygook' new EU cabin baggage pricing - warning 'bureaucratic bunkum' will mislead passengers
Ryanair's CEO criticizes new EU cabin baggage pricing rules, calling them 'gobbledygook' and 'bureaucratic bunkum' that will mislead passengers. The airline warns the regulations are overly complex and may confuse travelers.
- Up to 50 fuming Ryanair passengers are stranded in Greece as flight to UK leaves without them due to passport control delays at Athens airport
Up to 50 Ryanair passengers were stranded in Greece when their flight to the UK departed without them due to passport control delays at Athens airport.
- Moment Brit taunts Ryanair passengers when flight to Spanish holiday island is forced to divert to Portugal after chaos on board
A British passenger taunted other Ryanair travelers after their flight to a Spanish holiday island was diverted to Portugal due to on-board chaos. The incident involved a disruption that forced the aircraft to land at an alternate destination.
- 'Ryanair needs to switch catering companies!' Yet another passenger reveals she was served 'unacceptable' toasted sandwich that even cabin crew were left shocked by
A passenger reported being served an 'unacceptable' toasted sandwich on a Ryanair flight, shocking cabin crew and prompting calls for the airline to switch catering companies.
- Ryanair is under investigation over charging parents to sit with their kids
Ryanair is under investigation by the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for charging mandatory fees to parents who sit with their children aged 2-11 on flights. The airline calls the investigation 'bogus,' arguing the fees are necessary for child safety and disability-related obligations.
- UK probes Ryanair over fees for parents to sit with children
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Ryanair for charging parents a 'mandatory family seat' fee to sit with children aged 2 to 11, questioning if the fee violates consumer law. Ryanair claims its policy complies with regulations, allowing free adjacent seats for up to four children.
- Ryanair faces Government investigation for charging parents £8 each way to sit with their children on flights
Ryanair is under government investigation for charging parents £8 each way to sit with their children on flights. The airline faces scrutiny over this specific fee policy.
- Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with their children
Ryanair is under investigation for charging parents £8 per flight to sit with their children. The airline calls the inquiry 'bogus,' while the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) states Ryanair is the only major UK carrier imposing such a fee.
- Ryanair Investigated Over Charging Parents to Sit With Children
Ryanair is under investigation for charging parents to sit with their children on flights. The issue was highlighted during a flight in Riga, Latvia.
- Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with their children
Ryanair is under investigation for charging parents to sit with their children. The issue centers on the airline's policy requiring additional fees for parents to accompany their children on flights.
- Single mum left 'stranded' in Gran Canaria after Ryanair seats her two-year-old daughter on her own on flight home
A single mother was left stranded in Gran Canaria after Ryanair seated her two-year-old daughter alone on a flight home.
- Ryanair hits out at 'unacceptable, illegal wildcat' airport strike that left 20,000 passengers stranded in Belgium with less than 24 hours' notice
Ryanair condemned a 'wildcat' airport strike in Belgium that stranded 20,000 passengers with less than 24 hours' notice, calling it 'unacceptable' and 'illegal'. The airline attributed the disruption to the sudden work stoppage at the airport.
- 'There was no queue, just a scrummage': 150 passengers left behind after Ryanair flight takes off without them - due to EES border queues
Ryanair left 150 passengers behind after a flight took off without them due to EES border queues. The situation was described as a 'scrummage' rather than an organized queue.
- What happened to jailed Belarus dissident Raman Pratasevich?
In 2021, Belarus's authoritarian regime forcibly diverted a Ryanair commercial flight to arrest opposition journalist Raman Pratasevich. The article examines what has happened to him since his detention and investigates the circumstances surrounding his apparent shift toward supporting the Belarusian government.
- As Ryanair boss says 'weaker airlines could go bust', is Michael O'Leary right to be so confident about his own company surviving the jet fuel crisis?
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary expresses confidence that his airline will survive the jet fuel crisis while predicting weaker competitors could go bust. The article questions whether O'Leary's optimism about Ryanair's resilience is justified given the current fuel cost challenges facing the aviation industry.
- Ryanair chief downplays Europe's jet fuel supply concerns
Ryanair's CEO expressed minimal concerns about European jet fuel shortages for summer travel, citing increased refinery production, US and African imports, and Russian fuel sources. While the immediate crisis appears averted, analysts warn of potential higher airfares and expect continued sector stress.
- Ryanair Gains on Narrower Net Loss; Regeneron Melanoma Trial Failure | Stock Movers
Ryanair reports a narrower net loss, while Regeneron's melanoma trial fails. The news impacts stock market movers. Ryanair's financial performance is improving.
- Ryanair CEO Sees European Airline ‘Casualties’ on Jet Fuel Spike
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary expects European airline casualties due to a spike in jet fuel prices. The increase in fuel costs may lead to financial difficulties for some airlines. This prediction comes from the CEO of a major European budget airline.
- Europe Won’t Run Out of Jet Fuel, Ryanair CEO Says
Ryanair CEO states that Europe will not run out of jet fuel. The statement aims to alleviate concerns about potential fuel shortages. Ryanair is a major European airline.
- Air fare rises fall off as customers avoid booking holidays on jet fuel shortage fears, Ryanair says
Air fare rises have fallen due to customers avoiding holiday bookings over jet fuel shortage fears, according to Ryanair. This decline in air fare rises is a result of decreased demand. The situation is being monitored by the airline.
- Ryanair ‘confident’ it will avoid jet fuel shortage but warns of future fare rises
Ryanair is confident it will avoid a jet fuel shortage this summer, but warns of potential fare rises for holidaymakers booking flights later in the year. The airline's chief financial officer, Neil Sorahan, expressed increasing confidence in avoiding supply shocks. However, higher prices may be faced by those buying flights at a later time.
- Ryanair has plans for 'armageddon' scenario as CFO warns weaker European carriers may not survive jet fuel crunch
Ryanair has plans for a potential 'armageddon' scenario due to the jet fuel crisis, warning that weaker European carriers may not survive. The company's CFO expressed concerns about the impact of the crisis on the aviation industry. Ryanair is preparing for a worst-case scenario.
- Ryanair Warns of Rising Costs From Fuel Prices
Ryanair warns of increasing costs due to rising fuel prices, which may impact their operations and profitability. The airline's warning suggests a potential challenge in maintaining their current business model. Rising fuel costs can lead to higher ticket prices or reduced services.
- Ryanair Operating 'As Normal' Despite Hormuz Closure: CFO
Ryanair is operating as normal despite the Hormuz closure, according to its CFO. The airline's operations have not been affected by the closure. Ryanair's ability to operate normally is a positive sign for the airline.
- Ryanair is axing millions of seats across Europe in major flight schedule update - here's the full list of those affected
Ryanair is reducing millions of seats across Europe due to a major flight schedule update. The changes will affect various flights and routes. The full list of affected destinations has been released.
- How it's cheaper to book a new Ryanair flight rather than pay for a name change - and you may even end up with extra space
It can be cheaper to book a new Ryanair flight than pay for a name change on an existing booking. This is due to the airline's fees for changing passenger names. Passengers may even end up with extra space by rebooking.
- Ryanair declares 'bad behaviour won't fly' as Jet2 lobbies for no-fly list following drunken disruption from passengers
Ryanair has declared that bad behaviour will not be tolerated on its flights after a drunken disruption by passengers. Jet2 is lobbying for a no-fly list to prevent such incidents in the future. The move aims to ensure safer and more respectful flights for all passengers.
- Airline emissions in Europe top pre-Covid levels despite pledge to decarbonise
Airline emissions in Europe have surpassed pre-Covid levels despite industry pledges to decarbonise, with Ryanair's carbon footprint increasing by 50% since 2019. Total aviation emissions continue to rise due to the expansion of low-cost carriers. The introduction of more fuel-efficient planes has failed to stop the emission increase.
- Ryanair flight to Alicante is forced to divert after 'aggressive man harasses passengers and vomits'
A Ryanair flight to Alicante was diverted due to an aggressive man harassing passengers and vomiting. The incident caused a disruption in the flight. The details of the diversion are still emerging.
- Furious row erupts over Ryanair boss's 'draconian' call to ban 'British tradition' of early morning pre-flight pints
A dispute has arisen over Ryanair CEO's proposal to ban early morning pre-flight pints, which he considers 'draconian'. The tradition is seen as a British custom. The suggestion has sparked a furious row.
- Banning early morning airport beers is the 'Big Brother' approach, Wetherspoon boss says - after Ryanair chief tried to call time on sunrise pints
Wetherspoon boss criticizes the idea of banning early morning airport beers, calling it a 'Big Brother' approach, after Ryanair chief suggested limiting sunrise pints. The debate surrounds airport drinking regulations. Wetherspoon and Ryanair have differing opinions on the matter.
- Scottish mum stuck abroad after baby falls foul of UK dual nationality rules
Sarah Schloegl, a British woman from Aberdeen, was stranded abroad after her 11-month-old baby was prevented from boarding a Ryanair flight due to new dual nationality rules. The family was on a short break in Spain with her Austrian husband and children. The baby's invalid documentation led to the refusal of board on the flight.
- All the worst incidents of rowdy drunken behaviour on planes - as Ryanair boss says he wants to ban early morning pre-flight pints
Ryanair's boss wants to ban early morning pre-flight pints due to incidents of rowdy drunken behaviour on planes. The proposal aims to reduce disruptive passenger behaviour. Incidents of disorderly conduct have been reported on flights.