He will report directly to Michael O'Leary, Ryanair's Group Chief Executive.

180 pilots who are part of the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association (Ialpa) will hold a 48-hour strike from midnight on August 22.

Ryanair has signed agreements with cabin crew unions in Italy and Germany over pay increases and benefits.

Ryanair is to recruit 3,500 new staff next year as it plans to take delivery of 50 new aircraft.