2030 hours local - Sunday 16th May 2010: The Irish Aviation Authority has extended restrictions on flights in and out of Dublin Airport until at least
The Irish Aviation Authority has extended restrictions on flights in and out of Dublin Airport until at least 1200hrs (noon) local tomorrow, Monday 17th 2010.
Airport details are as follows:
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AIRPORT |
Flight Operations: |
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Dublin |
Closed until at least 1200hrs local Monday 17th May |
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Cork |
Open until further notice |
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Shannon |
Open until further notice |
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Donegal |
Closed until at least 1200hrs local Monday 17th May |
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Sligo |
Opens at 0900hrs local Monday 17th May |
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Ireland West (Knock) |
Opens at 0900hrs local Monday 17th May |
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Galway |
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Kerry |
Open until further notice |
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Waterford |
Opens at 0600 hrs local Monday 17th May |
North Atlantic overflights through Irish-controlled airspace remain unaffected.
These latest restrictions have been enforced as extensive observations of the drift of the ash cloud, the volcano's activity and the latest weather forecasts indicate an increased quantity of ash over Irish airspace. Restrictions also apply in UK airspace http://www.nats.co.uk/
Further updates will be available at 0930hrs local Monday 17th May, unless the situation changes.
To view the latest charts: see chart.
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:
Ken Rogan:086 317 9955