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www.rte.ieHere are the latest EasyJet news highlights I can share from recent public sources:
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EasyJet and Rolls-Royce completed a 100% hydrogen engine test, marking a milestone in sustainable flight testing. This was announced by EasyJet in late April 2026 as part of their ongoing decarbonization efforts.[2]
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EasyJet announced nine new winter routes from six UK airports, expanding its network to destinations across Europe and beyond. This rollout was published in April 2026.[2]
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EasyJet launched a major expansion in Morocco with Marrakech as a base, adding several routes and signaling year-round connectivity on existing routes. The announcement was dated mid-April 2026.[2]
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The airline also reported preparations for what it described as its busiest Easter getaway on record, with tens of thousands of flights planned. This was highlighted in late March 2026.[2]
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In addition, EasyJet indicated plans to install ultra-lightweight, next-generation seats on new aircraft deliveries from 2028 to improve legroom and efficiency. This was noted in March 2026.[2]
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EasyJet continued UK growth with a new base opening at Newcastle Airport, part of broader fleet and network expansion announced in March 2026.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current single article or create a quick summary focused on a specific topic (e.g., routes, sustainability, or financials) and provide direct citations. For reference, these points come from EasyJet’s official Mediacentre and reputable industry coverage around May 2026.[3][2]
Would you like me to dig deeper into one of these topics (routes, base openings, or sustainability initiatives) with exact article links? I can also assemble a brief, news-only timeline.