Aer Lingus chief Willie Walsh to defer retirement to deal with coronavirus

The airline will cut its flying capacity by at least 75% in April and May.

The head of Aer Lingus and British Airways Willie Walsh is to defer his planned retirement in order to deal with the coronavirus challenge.

Mr Walsh, the chief executive of IAG which also owns Iberia was due to retire later this month. However, it was announced this morning that he would defer his retirement for a few months to provide stability during this challenging time.