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Aer lingus news shannon8/18/2023 ![]() ![]() He added: “Yes, I get it’s a commercial decision - but I think there has to be some space for them to stay on.” Main image: Aer Lingus planes. He said an “eleventh-hour intervention” is needed from the Government to convince Aer Lingus to stay. They’re crying, and they’re absolutely devastated.”ĭeputy Crowe said the airport depends on Aer Lingus and Ryanair, and for the former to withdraw is “beyond devastating”. Data obtained by Aviacionline through Cirium, Aer Lingus will offer more than 22,000 seats per month on more than 120 flights between Shannon (SNN) and the United States during the 2022 summer season, surpassing the company’s pre-covid offer, in addition to being the only airline operator on the two routes it operates. “For the staff… I’ve been speaking to some of them on the phone. “Aer Lingus is intrinsically linked to Shannon, and I suppose how the region lives or dies relies on our airport. He said: “It’s devastating for the region, but devastating for the staff first of all. 'Absolutely devastated'Ĭathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare, says the news about Shannon comes just weeks before air travel is likely to start increasing again. Ms Connolly said nobody has underestimated the impact of the pandemic, but Fórsa believes there is a way to find a pathway through the crisis. The union wants Aer Lingus to engage with unions, so all options can be considered. “I’ve spoken to some who have over 30 years service, and they do genuinely feel they’ve been cast aside and left in a situation of unknown consequences.” But I do have to say today we are dealing with the devastating impact that this is having on many families who have dedicated decades to this company. “We would question the impact this will have on Ireland’s connectivity. We apologise to those customers impacted for the delay,' they said.She said: "I’ve been dealing with a lot of members who are crying down the phone, who are absolutely devastated at the catastrophic announcement made by the company. 'Aer Lingus flight EI779, which was operated by Privilege Style on behalf of Aer Lingus, from Lanzarote to Dublin Wednesday evening (20 July), was diverted to Shannon for operational reasons but then continued to Dublin, arriving less than 2 hours behind schedule. From March 26, our morning London Heathrow flight will leave Shannon at 7.30am and arrive at 9.05am. 'The Privilege Style aircraft and company meet all safety requirements set by both Aer Lingus and the Irish Aviation Authority. 'Due to crew illness and operational challenges, we have leased an aircraft from Privilege Style to operate on our behalf and minimise disruption to our customers’ travel plans. Passengers claimed an 'announcement was made on-board on what to do if an evacuation was needed'. Speaking to Dublin Live, an Aer Lingus spokesperson said the aircraft involved in the incident was leased from and operated by Spanish airline Privilege Style. Aer Lingus is set to resume direct routes to Shannon Airport in Co Clare from both JFK Airport in New York City and Logan Airport in Boston next year. Most thought plane had serious issue at that stage as wasn't clear what was going on.' Pic: Carlos Yudica/ShutterstockĪnother passenger said: 'There was an announcement on approach to Shannon about what to do if an evacuation is needed. ![]() It was still an unwelcome worry for those involved and for family waiting, unaware of what was going on.' Departing from Lanzarote on Wednesday night the EI779 flight was diverted to Shannon airport. 'To Shannon Airport's credit, refuelling happened fairly quickly and the rerouted flight arrived in Dublin at 4am. They have to wait to refuel and take off for Dublin again and hope the runway is free this time. 'They don't have enough fuel to circle so have to divert to Shannon.all at 2am. They wrote: 'Flight delayed, takes off 2hrs late, gets as far as Bray, but there's no runway big enough free to take the plane. Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto/REX/Shutterstock (11987911b) Passengers have taken to social media to detail their scary flight experience after an Aer Lingus flight form Lanzarote to Dublin almost ran out of fuel. Describing the situation as 'utter chaos', one social media user claimed the diversion occurred because no free runway at Dublin Airport was big enough to facilitate the plane's landing. ![]()
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