Aer Lingus exits its UK air operator certificate: transfers A330-300s, cuts summer flights amid maintenance and pilot shortages
Aer Lingus’ final UK certificate flight took place March 31, 2026, as the carrier transfers its two A330-300s back to Dublin. It is also cancelling multiple summer 2026 services across the UK and Europe, citing required aircraft maintenance and operational constraints tied to pilot availability, while Ireland pursues SAF tax relief amid the disruption.