Ryanair’s 12‑Hour Digital Downtime – Let’s Catch Some Wi‑Fi Be Gacked
Think it’s a top‑notch flight? Think again. On July 7, 2018 at 5 p.m. GMT the Ryanair website and app went South Atlantic! They’re back by August 8, 5 a.m. GMT. The cause? An “essential reservation system upgrade.” In short, the airline decided to reboot everything and everybody’s missed that send‑offs.
What to Expect – The “Nice List”
- Website & App Out of Service: All bookings, check‑ins and customer support will be on a coffee break.
- When: 07/08 Jul – 07/08 Aug 5 a.m. GMT.
- Why? Data center maintenance; they’re making Ryanair.com “more efficient, faster and smarter.” Listener: cleaner code and less paperwork.
- What to Do: Check in before the blackout. If you can’t, be patient – boarding gates will still need those pesky paper receipts.
Head of Communications – Robin Kiely’s Field Report
Robin decided to speak up. “We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience,” he said, “but this upgrade is part of our continuing digital development. Imagine a runway that’s state‑of‑the‑art – that’s what we’re working on.” Apparently, after the downtime the airline said it will be “better than ever.” (We’re still hoping for a better flight, not just a better ‘booking site’.)
Quick & Easy: Get in‑the‑know, No‑Tech‑Nonsense
- Set a reminder on your phone – the small screens sometimes do more miracles.
- Ask a friend if they’re heading to the same destination – you can plan a coffee break together.
- If you’re online‑minded, say goodbye to the roadmap, and hello to a potential Havana coffee shortage.
Yes, it’s a 12‑hour price for catching your next big adventure. By the time you’re out of the loop, your flight’s hopefully already booked. Good luck, and remember–a great trip starts lightening the baggage.
