Leading airlines including Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and several American airlines challenged the IAA’s restrictive measure. They argued that the cap on seats would significantly impact their operations, particularly affecting their ability to retain crucial take-off and landing slots under the “use them or lose them” rule.

The seat limitation was established by the IAA with the aim of keeping the airport’s annual throughput under the maximum of 32 million passengers. This cap was a part of the 2007 planning permission agreement for the construction of Terminal Two.

This issue came to the forefront when Ryanair disclosed that Leinster Rugby would have to relocate departures for some of its away matches to Belfast due to the restrictions at Dublin Airport. The Dublin-based rugby team plans to use Belfast International Airport for four upcoming games unless the cap issue is resolved soon.

Moreover, a separate legal action concerning the IAA’s decision to also cap the winter passenger seats at 14.4 million is set to be reviewed in court this December. This action is jointly pursued by Aer Lingus, Ryanair, and the airport operator, DAA.

In his judgment, Mr. Justice O’Donnell highlighted that the adverse effects of not pausing the seat cap would extend far beyond the airlines. He emphasized that failing to grant a stay could lead to serious disruptions for the public and potentially damaging consequences for the wider economy.

Paul Sreenan SC, representing Aer Lingus, expressed urgent concerns in court last Friday, warning of a projected revenue loss of €84 million in 2024 and up to €130 million by 2026 if the cap remains. The cap could severely impact the airlines’ operations, particularly their “use them or lose them” policy for securing airport slots—critical assets that require utilization of 80% per season to retain for the following year.

This imminent court ruling follows a contentious IAA decision that sets a 25.2 million seat capacity for the summer, spanning late March to October. The authority had previously set a winter cap of 14.4 million seats, a decision that has also been met with legal challenges from Ryanair and the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA).

The DAA, on the other hand, has raised concerns that even the winter cap might be too high to stay within the annual limit of 32 million passengers—a figure mandated by An Bord Pleanála in 2007 when Terminal 2 was approved. They have also petitioned for an increase to 40 million passengers, citing planning constraints.

The crux of the airlines’ argument is that the IAA should not consider the 2007 planning condition when assessing capacity, a stance supported by Sreenan who emphasized that the focus should remain squarely on the allocation of slots. In contrast, the DAA contends that pausing the summer cap would facilitate breaches of planning conditions, potentially leading to enforcement actions against the airport authority.

The High Court’s decision could have far-reaching implications, not only for the airlines involved but also for the operational dynamics of Dublin Airport and its adherence to regulatory and environmental standards. As airlines and the airport authority await the ruling, the outcome is set to shape the strategic decisions of the aviation sector in Ireland for years to come.

Disruptive Incident Forces Emergency Landing

Aer Lingus flight EI738, en route to Palma de Mallorca, faced a serious onboard disturbance when passengers began fighting. The situation escalated, leading the crew to declare an emergency and divert the flight to the nearest suitable airport, which was Nantes.

Safe Landing and Passenger Safety

The flight landed safely in Nantes, where local authorities handled the situation. Passengers were unharmed, and Aer Lingus ensured that the necessary measures were taken for everyone’s safety.

The DAA, which was granted permission to bring its challenge earlier, argues that the new ‘Winter 2024 Coordination Parameters’ set by the IAA could lead to violations of planning permissions and potentially EU regulations. They seek to overturn these parameters or reopen the decision to avoid exceeding the passenger limit.

In a bid to protect their interests, Aer Lingus and Ryanair have requested to join the DAA’s legal action. The airlines’ legal teams presented their case to Ms Justice Niamh Hyland, who will consider their applications next week. The airlines aim to have their cases managed alongside the DAA’s, with a hearing date already set for the end of the month.

The outcome of these legal challenges could significantly impact Dublin Airport’s operations and the broader aviation sector in Ireland.

The Labour Court’s recommendation covers a four-year period starting from January 1, 2023, to the end of 2026. Initially, pilots were seeking a 24% pay rise to match inflation since their last pay adjustment in 2019. While pilots’ unions showed willingness to negotiate a lower increase, they accused Aer Lingus of inflexibility, as the airline’s initial offer was 12.25% with productivity improvements.

Aer Lingus, acknowledging the financial and reputational damage caused by the dispute, has urged the Fórsa/IALPA and pilots to accept the Labour Court’s final recommendation to resolve the conflict and cease industrial actions.

This agreement marks a pivotal moment for Aer Lingus, aiming to stabilize operations and mitigate further disruptions.

Aer Lingus Pilots Dispute Over Pay Rise and Work Practices

The central issue revolves around a proposed 17.5% pay rise for Aer Lingus pilots, which has sparked extensive negotiations and legal proceedings. The Irish Air Line Pilots’ Association (IALPA), representing the pilots, has been in a standoff with Aer Lingus management over additional work practice changes that were initially demanded in return for the pay increase.

According to The Irish Times, the pilots have resisted these additional demands, arguing that they had already made significant concessions in the past. The dispute reached a tipping point when both parties agreed to refer the matter to the Labour Court for arbitration.

Labour Court Deliberation

The Labour Court’s role is to mediate and provide a binding resolution to the dispute. Both Aer Lingus and the pilots’ union have presented their cases, and the court’s decision is now imminent. As reported by RTE News, the court’s ruling will be crucial in determining whether the proposed pay increase will be implemented without the additional work practice changes.

Implications for Aer Lingus and its Pilots

This dispute comes at a critical time for Aer Lingus as it navigates the post-pandemic aviation landscape. Independent.ie highlights that the airline’s management is keen to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness, while the pilots are focused on securing fair compensation and maintaining reasonable work conditions.

The court’s decision will not only impact the pilots but also set a precedent for future negotiations within the aviation industry. The Journal notes that the resolution of this dispute is being closely watched by other airlines and industry stakeholders, as it could influence labor relations and pay structures across the sector.

Looking Ahead

The anticipation surrounding the Labour Court’s verdict underscores the broader challenges faced by the aviation industry in balancing employee welfare with operational demands. The outcome will likely have far-reaching consequences for Aer Lingus, its workforce, and the overall industry dynamics.

As the court deliberates, both Aer Lingus and its pilots are preparing for the implications of the decision, which will either pave the way for a new era of cooperation or potentially trigger further conflict.

The Little-Known Rule

The regulation in question involves the use of mobile devices during flights. While many passengers are aware that mobile phones must be set to airplane mode during the flight, the lesser-known aspect is that some airlines strictly enforce this rule even more rigorously than others. Not adhering to this requirement can lead to significant fines and other consequences.

Airline Policies

Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and TUI have clear policies about the use of electronic devices. These policies stipulate that all devices must be either turned off or set to airplane mode from the moment the aircraft doors are closed until the plane has safely landed and arrived at the gate. This measure is in place to prevent any potential interference with the aircraft’s communication and navigation systems, which, although rare, is a risk that airlines take seriously.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Failure to comply with this rule can result in fines that may come as a shock to unsuspecting travellers. According to reports, fines can reach substantial amounts, which can add an unexpected financial burden to the cost of travel. Passengers are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the specific regulations of the airline they are flying with to avoid these penalties.

Passenger Responsibility

It is the responsibility of each passenger to ensure their devices are in the correct mode throughout the flight. Cabin crew members typically remind passengers of this rule before takeoff, but it remains the traveller’s duty to adhere to these instructions. Ignorance of this rule is not considered a valid excuse and can still result in fines.

Tips for Travellers

To avoid falling foul of this rule, passengers should:

1. Pay Attention to Announcements: Always listen to the cabin crew’s announcements regarding electronic device usage.
2. Check Airline Policies: Review the airline’s guidelines on mobile device usage before boarding.
3. Set Devices Early: As soon as you board the plane, set your mobile devices to airplane mode or switch them off.
4. Double-Check: Ensure that all devices remain in airplane mode until the flight has completely ended.

Aer Lingus has announced the cancellation of numerous flights due to the ongoing industrial action by its pilots. This disruption affects both departing and arriving flights at various airports in Ireland, causing significant inconvenience for passengers. Customers with cancelled flights up to and including July 10 have three options: changing their flight online with waived change fees, requesting a refund voucher for future travel, or applying for a full refund of their flight.

Cancelled Flights from Ireland:

Wednesday, July 3:

• Cork (ORK) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0724, 8.30pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Amsterdam (AMS), EI0602, 6.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Berlin (BER), EI0332, 6.40pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Birmingham (BHX), EI0276, 7.20pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Brussels (BRU), EI0638, 5.55pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Dusseldorf (DUS), EI0698, 5.30pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Frankfurt (FRA), EI0656, 4.45pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0162, 11.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0182, 7pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Manchester (MAN), EI0208, 12.50pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Munich (MUC), EI0352, 7.10am.
• Dublin (DUB) to New York (JFK), EI0105, 11.05am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Paris (CDG), EI0526, 1pm.

Thursday, July 4:

• Cork (ORK) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0724, 8.30pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Berlin (BER), EI0332, 6.40am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Birmingham (BHX), EI0276, 7.20pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Brussels (BRU), EI0638, 5.55pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Geneva (GVA), EI0680, 6.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0162, 11.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0182, 7pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Manchester (MAN), EI0208, 12.50pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to New York (JFK), EI0105, 11.05am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Paris (CDG), EI0528, 6.20pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Vienna (VIE), EI0660, 6.10am.

Friday, July 5:

• Cork (ORK) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0724, 8.30pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Amsterdam (AMS), EI0602, 6.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Berlin (BER), EI0332, 6.40am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Birmingham (BHX), EI0276, 7.20pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Brussels (BRU), EI0638, 5.55pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Dusseldorf (DUS), EI0698, 5.30pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Frankfurt (FRA), EI0656, 4.45pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0162, 11.15am.
• Dublin (DUB) to London/Heathrow (LHR), EI0182, 7pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Manchester (MAN), EI0208, 12.50pm.
• Dublin (DUB) to Munich (MUC), EI0352, 7.10am.
• Dublin (DUB) to New York (JFK), EI0105, 11.05am.
• Dublin (DUB) to Paris (CDG), EI0526, 1pm.

Cancelled Flights to Ireland:

Wednesday, July 3:

• Birmingham (BHX) to Dublin (DUB), EI0277, 8.50pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Cork (ORK), EI0725, 10.25pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Dublin (DUB), EI0163, 1.25pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Dublin (DUB), EI0183, 9.10pm.
• Manchester (MAN) to Dublin (DUB), EI0209, 2.25pm.
• Amsterdam (AMS) to Dublin (DUB), EI0603, 9.35am.
• Berlin (BER) to Dublin (DUB), EI0333, 10.40am.
• Brussels (BRU) to Dublin (DUB), EI0639, 9.20pm.
• Dusseldorf (DUS) to Dublin (DUB), EI0699, 9.05pm.
• Frankfurt (FRA) to Dublin (DUB), EI0657, 8.40pm.
• Munich (MUC) to Dublin (DUB), EI0353, 11.25am.
• Paris (CDG) to Dublin (DUB), EI0527, 4.30pm.
• New York (JFK) to Dublin (DUB), EI0104, 4.55pm.

Thursday, July 4:

• Birmingham (BHX) to Dublin (DUB), EI0277, 8.50pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Cork (ORK), EI0725, 10.25pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Dublin (DUB), EI0163, 1.25pm.
• London/Heathrow (LHR) to Dublin (DUB), EI0183, 9.10pm.
• Manchester (MAN) to Dublin (DUB), EI0209, 2.25pm.
• Berlin (BER) to Dublin (DUB), EI0333, 10.40am.
• Brussels (BRU) to Dublin (DUB), EI0639, 9.25pm.
• Geneva (GVA) to Dublin (DUB), EI0681, 10.15am.
• Paris (CDG) to Dublin (DUB), EI0529, 9.50pm.
• Vienna (VIE) to Dublin (DUB), EI0661, 10.40am.
• New York (JFK) to Dublin (DUB), EI0104, 4.55pm.

The full list of cancellations continues for the subsequent days up to July 10, covering multiple European and North American routes.

The Current Situation

IALPA has recommended an additional and longer strike, citing the breakdown of negotiations with Aer Lingus as the primary reason. Talks aimed at resolving the dispute ended without a resolution, leading to heightened tensions between the pilots and the airline management. If Fórsa approves the recommendation, the union will provide Aer Lingus with a seven-day notice before any further strike action commences.

Background of the Dispute

The core of the dispute revolves around a 24% pay increase demanded by the pilots, who claim they have not received a raise since 2019. They argue that the proposed increase is necessary to keep up with inflation. Aer Lingus, on the other hand, has countered with an offer of a 12.25% pay increase but ties this to changes in productivity, flexibility, and other work practices.

Recent Developments

Negotiations between IALPA and Aer Lingus took place yesterday, lasting about five hours. Despite IALPA softening their pay claim, Aer Lingus described the reduction as minimal and insufficient to bridge the gap between the two sides. IALPA accused the airline of escalating the dispute by attempting to renegotiate all collective agreements, a claim that Aer Lingus denies. The airline has urged IALPA to obtain a mandate from its members to negotiate on productivity and flexibility as part of any pay increase discussions.

Impact on Flights

The ongoing industrial action has already caused significant disruptions. Since last Wednesday, Aer Lingus has canceled 270 flights, and further cancellations are expected as the situation develops. The airline is currently evaluating its options for additional actions next Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, promising to keep customers informed of any changes.

Reactions and Statements

Aer Lingus has condemned the threat of further strike action as entirely inappropriate, especially after the Labour Court’s recent request to avoid escalating the dispute. The airline maintains that its proposed pay increase is fair, given that other employee groups within the company have only received a 12.25% increase.

IALPA, however, remains firm in its stance, insisting that their demands are justified due to the lack of pay raises over the past five years and the rising cost of living. The union’s recommendation for a longer strike reflects their dissatisfaction with the current state of negotiations and their determination to secure better pay conditions for their members.

Potential Outcomes

The decision made by Fórsa’s disputes committee today will be crucial in determining the next steps in this industrial dispute. If additional strikes are sanctioned, the impact on Aer Lingus operations and passengers could be significant, leading to further flight cancellations and disruptions.

The ongoing conflict highlights the broader challenges facing the aviation industry, where balancing employee demands and operational sustainability remains a delicate task. As the situation unfolds, both parties are under pressure to find a resolution that addresses the pilots’ pay concerns while ensuring the continued smooth operation of the airline.

Conclusion

The next few days will be critical for Aer Lingus, its pilots, and passengers. The outcome of today’s meeting by Fórsa’s disputes committee will determine whether the airline will face further disruptions. As both sides prepare for potential additional strikes, passengers are advised to stay updated on the latest developments and plan accordingly.

As the situation evolves, more Aer Lingus flight cancellations may occur. Here is the list of flights cancelled as of today, Saturday, June 22:

Aer Lingus Releases List of Flight Cancellations Due to Pilots’ Strike

Wednesday, June 26

• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0724 at 20:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0602 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Berlin/Brandenburg (BER), Germany – EI0332 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Birmingham (BHX) – EI0276 at 19:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Brussels (BRU), Belgium – EI0638 at 17:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Dusseldorf (DUS), Germany – EI0698 at 17:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Frankfurt (FRA), Germany – EI0656 at 16:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0166 at 13:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0182 at 19:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Manchester (MAN) – EI0208 at 12:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Munich (MUC), Germany – EI0356 at 16:25
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to New York (JFK), USA – EI0105 at 11:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0526 at 13:00

Thursday, June 27

• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0724 at 20:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0608 at 13:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Berlin/Brandenburg (BER), Germany – EI0332 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Birmingham (BHX) – EI0276 at 19:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Brussels (BRU), Belgium – EI0638 at 17:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Geneva (GVA), Switzerland – EI0680 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0164 at 12:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0182 at 19:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Manchester (MAN) – EI0208 at 12:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to New York (JFK), USA – EI0105 at 11:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0528 at 18:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Rome/DaVinci (FCO), Italy – EI0404 at 10:25
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Vienna (VIE), Austria – EI0660 at 06:10

Friday, June 28

• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0724 at 20:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0602 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Berlin/Brandenburg (BER), Germany – EI0332 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to New York (JFK), USA – EI0105 at 11:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0164 at 12:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Manchester (MAN) – EI0208 at 12:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0526 at 13:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Munich (MUC), Germany – EI0356 at 16:25
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Frankfurt (FRA), Germany – EI0656 at 16:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Dusseldorf (DUS), Germany – EI0698 at 17:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Brussels (BRU), Belgium – EI0638 at 17:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0182 at 19:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Birmingham (BHX) – EI0276 at 19:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Rome (FCO) – EI0406 at 15:45

Saturday, June 29

• Cork (ORK), Ireland to Dubrovnik (DBV), Croatia – EI0804 at 05:45
• Cork (ORK), Ireland to Lanzarote (ACE), Spain – EI0876 at 06:40
• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0710 at 07:20
• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0712 at 11:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Athens (ATH), Greece – EI0440 at 05:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Bordeaux (BOD), France – EI0506 at 06:10
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Geneva (GVA), Switzerland – EI0680 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Naples (NAP), Italy – EI0450 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0602 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Madrid (MAD), Spain – EI0592 at 06:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Rome/DaVinci (FCO), Italy – EI0402 at 06:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Birmingham (BHX) – EI0262 at 06:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Manchester (MAN) – EI0202 at 06:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0152 at 06:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Berlin/Brandenburg (BER), Germany – EI0332 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0520 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Barcelona (BCN), Spain – EI0562 at 06:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Brussels (BRU), Belgium – EI0630 at 06:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Dusseldorf (DUS), Germany – EI0692 at 06:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Frankfurt (FRA), Germany – EI0650 at 07:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Tenerife (TFS), Spain – EI0762 at 07:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Zurich (ZRH), Switzerland – EI0342 at 07:10
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Munich (MUC), Germany – EI0352 at 07:10
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Lanzarote (ACE), Spain – EI0776 at 07:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Malaga (AGP), Spain – EI0580 at 07:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0154 at 07:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Dubrovnik (DBV), Croatia – EI0476 at 07:35
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Faro Algarve (FAO), Portugal – EI0492 at 07:35
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Lyon (LYS), France – EI0550 at 07:35
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Venice (VCE), Italy – EI0422 at 07:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Lisbon (LIS), Portugal – EI0482 at 07:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0522 at 07:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0156 at 08:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0158 at 09:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0524 at 09:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0604 at 09:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Hamburg (HAM), Germany – EI0392 at 10:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Rome/DaVinci (FCO), Italy – EI0404 at 10:25
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Nice (NCE), France – EI0544 at 11:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to New York (JFK), USA – EI0105 at 11:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0162 at 11:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Verona (VRN), Italy – EI0412 at 11:35
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Malaga (AGP), Spain – EI0584 at 11:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Faro Algarve (FAO), Portugal – EI0494 at 11:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0164 at 12:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Nantes (NTE), France – EI0538 at 12:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Marseille (MRS), France – EI0514 at 12:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Lyon (LYS), France – EI0552 at 12:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Bilbao (BIO), Spain – EI0748 at 13:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0526 at 13:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Geneva (GVA), Switzerland – EI0684 at 13:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0166 at 13:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Amsterdam (AMS), Netherlands – EI0610 at 18:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0528 at 18:20
• Knock-Irl West (NOC), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0916 at 13:05
• Shannon (SNN), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0380 at 07:40
• Shannon (SNN), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0386 at 17:30

Sunday, June 30

• Cork (ORK), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0724 at 20:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Berlin/Brandenburg (BER), Germany – EI0332 at 06:40
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Birmingham (BHX) – EI0276 at 19:20
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Brussels (BRU), Belgium – EI0638 at 17:55
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Dusseldorf (DUS), Germany – EI0698 at 17:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Frankfurt (FRA), Germany – EI0656 at 16:45
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0168 at 14:30
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to London/Heathrow (LHR) – EI0182 at 19:00
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Lyon (LYS), France – EI0550 at 06:15
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Manchester (MAN) – EI0208 at 12:50
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Munich (MUC), Germany – EI0356 at 16:25
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to New York (JFK), USA – EI0105 at 11:05
• Dublin (DUB), Ireland to Paris (CDG), France – EI0526 at 13:00

Donal Moriarty, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Aer Lingus, stated that the industrial action “gets worse day by day,” increasing the risk of further cancellations. He assured that impacted passengers would be contacted and provided with options for refunds, re-accommodation, or vouchers.

The Aer Lingus pilots are demanding a 24% pay increase, arguing it matches the inflation rate since their last pay rise in 2019.