Aer Lingus Regional axes Shannon-Manchester service

Aer Lingus Regional has confirmed that it is axing its Shannon to Manchester service from the end of next month but has denied it is because Ryanair will begin operations on the same route.

Stobart Air (formerly Aer Arann) the franchise flying partner to Aer Lingus, will cease operations between Shannon and Manchester on October 27, the day after Ryanair commences services on the same route.

However, Stobart Air has said its decision is not connected with the Ryanair move but according to sources, the airline is “disappointed” that Shannon allowed another airline on the same route.