Irish Press newspaper clipping from July 27, 1981 titled 'Alternative Flight' discussing Aer Lingus financial troubles

This newspaper clipping from the Irish Press dated July 27, 1981, discusses Aer Lingus's financial difficulties and a consortium seeking permission to operate a 'Laker-type air bus' on Ireland's trans-Atlantic routes. The article references the low-cost airline model pioneered by Sir Freddie Laker and explores alternatives to Ireland's struggling national carrier during the airline industry upheaval of the early 1980s.