Ryanair is now calling on the European Court of Justice to declare the German rescue package illegal.

The Irish low-cost airline has so far not officially received any state aid - the company is happy to keep the state-guaranteed loan that was taken out in the UK - so the crisis still has to be overcome on its own. At the same time, other airlines - such as Lufthansa - made good money. The Irish airline would now like to let this frustration out. The low-coster sees the federal government as having an obligation to support other airlines operating in Germany.

This should now be confirmed at EU level. Among other things, the British company is demanding that the German authorities adapt the slot rules, such as simpleflying.com reported. There is also a history: The current regulations cost Ryanair important landing rights at Munich and Frankfurt airports last year. With all the outcry: Michael O'Leary's management team has to practice money. Because it can take a long time for the highest European judges to respond.