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Wizz Air expects jet-fuel availability for next month despite EU warning; CEO cites demand support from price stimulation

Wizz Air Holdings says it expects to have enough jet fuel for the next month, even as the industry faces warnings of potential shortages and the EU has cautioned airlines. CEO József Váradi acknowledged some “hesitancy,” but said it can be overcome via price stimulation as summer bookings strengthen vs. last year.

Discovered 2026-04-27T07:38:39.586372-07:00 | 2026-04-27T07:38:39.586372-07:00

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2026-04-28T15:06:15.574244-07:00

Wizz Air has forcefully rejected Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary’s claim that the airline could run out of fuel or face bankruptcy, calling his remarks false and misleading. Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary triggered the dispute when he publicly warned that two or three European airlines could go bankrupt by October or November if jet fuel prices remain elevated due to the Iran‑U.S. conflict and the resulting blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He specifically named Wizz Air and airBaltic, claiming they were at risk of • airlinersgallery.smugmug.com

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