Aer Lingus pilot tells WRC about co-pilot’s use of word ‘apologies’ – The Irish Times

Why Aviation Safety Reporting Matters More Than Ever When a pilot notices an anomaly—like a missed ILS beacon—reporting it promptly can prevent future incidents. The recent Aer Lingus case highlights the tension between crew communication habits and regulatory expectations. Key take‑aways from the Aer Lingus dispute Whistleblower protection is still evolving. Declan McCabe’s statutory complaints under the Protected Disclosures … Read more

Call to reinstate Shannon Airport stopover ‘bizarre’, warns DAA chief – The Irish Times

Transatlantic Flights and Ireland’s Aviation Strategy The debate surrounding transatlantic flights and their stopovers at Shannon Airport has resurfaced, with differing opinions on the matter. Kenny Jacobs, CEO of DAA (Dublin Airport Authority), has stated that reinstating the stopover rule, abolished in 2008, would be “bizarre” and counterproductive. Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe, who chairs … Read more

Court suspends Dublin Airport passenger cap beyond summer – The Irish Times

The Future of Air Travel: Navigating Legal Challenges and Growth Trends Dublin Airport’s battle over passenger caps has stirred significant debate in the aviation industry. With the High Court’s recent decision to pause the enforcement of a 32 million annual passenger limit, the discourse around airport capacity and growth is evolving. This situation exemplifies how … Read more

Dublin Airport rogue flights over housing estates must stop – people’s health is suffering as noise can be debilitating

Understanding the Impact of Passenger Caps on Tourism and Infrastructure The recent downturn in the number of travellers visiting Dublin for St. Patrick’s celebrations highlights a critical issue with passenger caps. According to Dublin Airport‘s operator DAA, approximately 600,000 passengers are projected to arrive this year, a decrease from over 610,000 the previous year. This … Read more