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EC warns Spain its €179M  low-cost carrier fine is not aligned with EU law

EC warns Spain its €179M low-cost carrier fine is not aligned with EU law

The European Commission (EC) has warned Spain that its €179 million ($208 million) fine given to easyJet, Norwegian, Ryanair, Volotea, and Vueling in November 2024 is not aligned with the European Union’s (EU) regulations. On October 8, 2025, the EC said that it sent a ‘letter of formal notice’
Rytis Beresnevicius 08 Oct 2025
Iberia confirms Airbus A321XLR plans during the upcoming winter season

Iberia confirms Airbus A321XLR plans during the upcoming winter season

Iberia's Airbus A321XLRs are scheduled to fly to New York-JFK and other US destinations during the upcoming winter season.
Rytis Beresnevicius 11 Sep 2025
Aena Fires Back At Ryanair, Describes The Airline’s Statements As Conflicting With Reality

Aena Fires Back At Ryanair, Describes The Airline’s Statements As Conflicting With Reality

The Spanish company, managing the country's airports, did not hold back against Ryanair in a beef over €0.68 ($0.79).
Rytis Beresnevicius 04 Sep 2025
Ryanair Follows Through On Its Threat And Removes 1 Million Seats From Its Spanish Network

Ryanair Follows Through On Its Threat And Removes 1 Million Seats From Its Spanish Network

In July 2025, Aena, the state-owned company that manages 46 airports in Spain, said it was raising its fees by €0.68 ($0.78).
Rytis Beresnevicius 03 Sep 2025

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