Strong rumour around STNFR is that FR have in place the option of
six "long haul" A/C [secured], If a second revised bid for EI fails.
Ryanair is set to go head to head with Aer Lingus on EI's transatlantic routes.
Has anyone heard anymore ?
It's very unlikely that
Ryanair will go head to head with Aer Lingus and other well established airlines on transatlantic routes. Micheal O'Leary has said himself that long-haul doesn't suit Ryanair's business model and could damage what is a successful low cost, short haul airline.
A new airline with it's own brand formed by Micheal O'Leary or in partnership with Ryanair is far more likely at this point in time.