In 2025, Ryanair announced significant changes, including an expansion of its winter schedule and new routes, while facing challenges like Boeing delays and backlash over phasing out physical boarding passes. The airline plans to cut several routes in 2026, affecting major destinations in Germany, Spain, France, Belgium, and Portugal, primarily due to high taxes and fees. Ryanair criticized the German government for its aviation taxes and indicated potential further reductions if conditions do not improve. Rival airlines are stepping in to fill the gaps left by Ryanair's cuts. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)