Overview
- The airline confirmed it has begun a collective consultation with staff and unions that includes the option of closing the base.
- Around 200 Manchester-based roles are reported to be at risk as the process proceeds.
- Aer Lingus says the base’s long-haul operating margin continues to significantly lag its Irish long-haul performance.
- Closure would end Manchester long-haul services to New York-JFK, Orlando and Barbados, with reporting indicating resources could be redeployed to Dublin.
- The development follows a multi-day strike by Manchester cabin crew over pay earlier this month that disrupted flights.