we must not forget that the load factors on aer lingus might be good, but it doesn't necessarily mean that they are taking away from other carriers like easyjet or ryanair etc. U have to remem,ber that this year, ther are 3 less airlines flying these routes from LGW this year, with the demise of my travel, first choice and GB airways. ok first choice and my travel have merged with other carriers, but there is less capacity on these routes.
There is plenty of room for Aer lingus here and think they will do well