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UK: Aer Lingus-CityJet probed

By  |  October 29, 2018

A merger inquiry by the UK competition watchdog into an aircraft leasing deal between Aer Lingus and CityJet was confirmed on Monday, October 29.

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    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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