Aer Lingus in Legal Battle Over Leaked Engine Safety Report
Aer Lingus is in a legal dispute over a confidential engine repair report that was leaked online by a whistleblower pilot. The airline contends that the publication of this internal safety data could harm its reputation and trust in its brand.
The case, currently adjourned until January 2026, involves a report noting 'traces of oil ... around the rear area of the fan frame' of a compressor used for cabin pressurization. Conor Nolan, Aer Lingus' head of safety, testified at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) about the report's leak. He expressed concern that the public might misinterpret the report as indicating a safety risk.
Nolan did not complain about personal reputation damage from the pilot's social media posts. However, he argued that customers are not entitled to know about specific risks of exposure to fumes from defective seals in the plane's compressor. The report was not meant for public consumption, according to Nolan.
The whistleblower pilot, Tom O'Riordan, is represented by Setanta Landers and Tom Mallon BL, while Aer Lingus is represented by Katie Rooney of Arthur Cox. The case's outcome remains uncertain, with the next hearing scheduled for January 2026.
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