National Aviation Market Profile
Ireland Commercial Airline Fleet
In-depth fleet surveillance and commercial carrier market breakdown for Ireland. Analyze operational fleet sizes, aircraft storage ratios, active airlines, and historical aviation lineages as of 2026-09-17.
Total Fleet: 589 Airframes Active in Service: 589 Stored / Parked: 0 Active Airlines: 4 Carriers Avg Fleet Age: 11.2 yrs
Ireland Fleet Intelligence Summary
- Ireland operates 589 observed commercial aircraft across 4 active airlines.
- Active flight rotation comprises 589 airframes, with 0 aircraft currently in storage or maintenance reserve.
- National commercial airline fleet maintains an average airframe age of 11.2 years.
- Historical lineage includes 5 defunct, merged, or predecessor commercial airlines.
Active Commercial Airlines in Ireland
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Total Fleet | Active | Stored | Avg Age | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryanair | FR / RYR | 497 | 497 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Aer Lingus | EI / EIN | 64 | 64 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| CityJet | WX / BCY | 21 | 21 | 0 | 11.2 yrs | Fleet Profile → |
| Aer Arann | L5 / REA | 0 | 0 | 0 | N/A | Fleet Profile → |
Historical & Defunct Airlines of Ireland
| Airline Name | IATA / ICAO | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Contractors | AG / ABR | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Aer Turas | -- / ATT | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| AERFI Group | -- / AGP | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Airlink Airways | -- / HYR | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
| Airplanes Holdings | -- / AHH | DEFUNCT | Historical Lineage → |
Frequently Asked Questions About Ireland Aviation
How many commercial airliners are registered or operated in Ireland?
As of Thursday, September 17, 2026, our telemetry tracks 589 commercial airframes associated with carriers based in Ireland, with 589 active in scheduled flight service.
Which airlines are the largest operators in Ireland?
The largest commercial operators in Ireland include Ryanair (497 aircraft), Aer Lingus (64 aircraft), CityJet (21 aircraft).
What is the average age of commercial aircraft in Ireland?
The fleet-wide average airframe age for active commercial airlines in Ireland is 11.2 years.