Aer Lingus Pilot Dispute

Aer Lingus has suspended a pilot after a seating dispute involving non-union crew on a Barbados–Manchester flight, sparking union protests and deepening tensions with management.

Aer Lingus (EI) revives plans to introduce the Airbus A321XLR after reaching a new labor deal with its pilots in July.

Ryanair (FR) CEO Michael O’Leary has accused Aer Lingus (EI) pilots of “industrial blackmail” following their vote for strike action.

Aer Lingus (EI) parent company, International Airlines Group (IAG), has conveyed that the Irish carrier will no longer be the launch customer of Airbus A321XLR.