Ryanair boss accuses French air traffic controllers of ‘recreational’ strikes

Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary (left) and Ryanair DAC CEO Eddie Wilson arriving at Leinster House, Dublin, to appear before the transport committee to address it on Ireland's national aviation policy.

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has accused French air traffic controllers of carrying out “recreational” strikes during the summer months.

During a committee appearance before Irish politicians, the budget airline boss suggested that air traffic controller strikes happen on a Friday so that workers can get a three-day weekend.