A merger inquiry by the UK competition watchdog into an aircraft leasing deal between Aer Lingus and CityJet was confirmed on Monday, October 29.
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating a long-term wet lease arrangement between International Airlines Group-owned Irish flag carrier Aer Lingus and Cityjet. The probe is focusing on aircraft used on the London City airport to Dublin route.
The CMA has set a deadline of November 12 for comments, with a decision expected on Christmas Eve.
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