Who were the founders of Ryanair?

• A. Christopher Ryan, Liam Lonergan, and Tony Ryan.
• B. Michael O’Leary, Christopher Ryan, and Tony Ryan.
• C. Liam Lonergan, Michael O’Leary, and Tony Ryan.
• D. Christopher Ryan, Liam Lonergan, and Michael O’Leary.

Answer: (A)

Ryanair was founded by Tony Ryan, his son Christopher Ryan, and Liam Lonergan. They started the airline in the mid-1980s, coming together to launch the business and provide the initial funding and leadership. Michael O’Leary later joined the company and played a crucial role in its growth, but he was not a founder. Understanding these three as the originators explains why they are identified as the founders.