Originally Posted by
corkfly
Hi there, just a query on the IAG takeover regarding LHR slots. Could a condition of the sale be that Aer Lingus would have to 'sell' the slots to the Government for a nominal fee, with the government then leasing the slots for use on Irish routes back to IAG (or indeed anyone else interested in operating the route in the future perhaps with a codeshare with BA). By doing this, would it not ensure future connectivity between Ireland and LHR?
Wouldn't be feasible, I'm afraid (leaving aside whether it's commercially realistic). Only airlines are entitled to hold slots.