of the facility. Ryanair has submitted a planning application for a four-bay aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul hanger at the Clare base. The plans also include a new Ryanair Engineering Academy which will see the creation 80 new apprenticeship roles, supporting the training of over 400 aircraft mechanisms between 2027 and 2031. Shannon Airport Group CEO Ray O'Driscoll believes it's a win for the entire region.