Ryanair Undaunted by Boeing Software Delay

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary dismissed concerns that Boeing's software issue will cause significant delays in delivering the Max 10 aircraft. The airline still expects to receive its first 15 Max 10 jets in the spring of 2027, which are necessary for a 2-3% capacity increase. This is despite certification being pushed back by regulators due to a software concern that could increase pilot workload during landing.

Boeing had previously notified all 737 operators about the issue and was planning to fix it in 2028, but now wants to accelerate the timeline. Ryanair has one of the largest orders for the Max 10 variant, with 150 aircraft due for delivery starting from 2027. The airline operates a fleet of 647 aircraft, mostly Boeing models.

O'Leary's comments came after he faced criticism over his pay package at the company's AGM last week. Despite nearly 40% of shareholders rejecting the terms, O'Leary argued that the targets were 'very ambitious and aggressive' and would lead to a significant increase in shareholder value if met.