0900 hours local - Sunday 16th May 2010: Northwest Airports remain closed, remaining airports open but under constant review
0900 hours local - Sunday 16th May 2010: The Irish Aviation Authority has been forced to introduce the following restrictions at Irish airports:
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AIRPORT |
Flight Operations: |
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Dublin |
Open until 1900hrs local today |
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Cork |
Open until 0100hrs local Monday 17th |
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Shannon |
Open until 2300hrs local today |
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Donegal |
Remains closed |
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Sligo |
Remains closed |
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Ireland West (Knock) |
Remains closed |
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Galway |
Open until 1400hrs local today |
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Kerry |
Open until 0100hrs local Monday 17th |
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Waterford |
Open until 2300hrs local today |
North Atlantic overflights through Irish-controlled airspace remain unaffected.
The restrictions have been enforced due to the increased volcanic activity and ash cloud drifting over Irish airspace at present.
The IAA is currently carrying out observation flights at a number of altitudes and is in discussion with other aviation authorities, airlines and engine manufacturers to assess the results of the tests in the interest of passenger safety. The Authority will continue to review analysis and observation results throughout the day.
Further updates will be available at 1430hrs local today.
Passengers planning to travel by air over the coming days are advised to regularly check their airline websites and the IAA website in advance of going to the airport.
Media contacts:
David Curtin: 086 283 2123