The real challenge for Ryanair will be to replace Michael O’Leary

One could mistakenly think that, with his successes to date, Ryanair chief executive, Michael O’Leary, might be kicking his heels a little. After all, he runs the biggest airline in Europe. It is highly profitable and Mr O’Leary’s success has been well-rewarded.

However, he’s not one to let the grass grow under his feet.

On the back of much talk of fear and flight cancellations, following recent accidents and terrorist incidents, many airlines are considering scaling back their operations, particularly to perceived hot-spot destinations.