Boeing strike derails Ryanair plans
Wednesday, 10 Sep 2008 14:07
Low-cost airline Ryanair has been forced to postpone the opening of a base in Scottish capital Edinburgh, following a strike at Boeing.
As a result of the industrial action the plan manufacturer has proved unable to deliver the 23 aircraft needed by the carrier, forcing the delay.
Initially scheduled to begin operations from September 23rd, the new arrangements have now been delayed by up to six weeks.
In a statement Ryanair’s deputy chief executive, Michael Cawley, said: "We sincerely regret the postponement of the opening of our Edinburgh base but unfortunately the two new aircraft, which we had reserved for this purpose, are now indefinitely delayed due to a strike by Boeing employees."
"Passengers who were booked to travel on our new routes during this initial six-week period will be refunded over the next seven days.
"We sincerely apologise to all our passengers for the inconvenience caused by this forced change to our schedule."
Chris O'Toole