XL Airways
So XL Airways are now abandoning the Gatwick route and Ryanair have ensured that they get out due to their usual carry on, rock bottom fares, and increased frequency on STN route and a rotation to LTN. Let see what frequency that they have next summer, anything less than 3 a day (2 to STN, 1 to LTN) and it a case should be taken against Ryanair by XL for predatory behaviour? Their new approach to XL ie instead of flying head to head on LGW they flooded the market with seats and prices on other airports. Liverpool failed in the past for Ryanair, and they will fly 40% full aircraft on this route until WW drop Manchester. Same as for BHX, how long will WW sustain BHX while Ryanair are on EMA?
IWHAK-alot of what you are saying is true, Ryanair has gone public about its Shannon situation and we can expect a major row to erupt, surprising that they have not announced a grounding of at least 1 aircraft at Shannon this winter, if things are so bad.