Independent, The (London) - Ryanair to fly to US for Pounds 8 next year

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THE BUDGET airline Ryanair is set to launch transatlantic flights for just 8 next year by buying cheap planes from struggling rivals. Michael O’Leary, the airline’s chief executive, is expected to reveal further details, alongside its company’s half-year results today. “Economy class will be very cheap - around 10. But our business class will be very expensive,” he reportedly said. The 8 flights - which could begin by the end of next year - would be available for those booking early.