# IAA

Last year

2022

# eastern tensions

Russia demands 'prompt reply' from Ireland on its position on European security pacts

The clarification is sought in a letter sent to a number of European foreign ministers.

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Updated Feb 2nd 2022, 7:28 PM

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# Irish Aviation Authority

Irish Aviation Authority accuses air traffic controllers of 'an act of sabotage'

Senior managers claimed that air controllers were seeking to undermine the international reputation of the IAA.

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Oct 13th 2021, 8:00 PM

# Flying High

Irish Aviation Authority warns drone users to follow the rules or face 'very serious consequences'

There are a number of regulations associated with using drones in Ireland and they must be registered with the IAA.

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Nov 29th 2019, 8:40 AM

# IAA

Every three hours a flight within the EU is threatened by 'unruly' passengers

The Irish Aviation Authority has launched a new campaign to tackle disruptive behaviour on flights.

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Jul 31st 2019, 6:43 PM

# FOYNES AIR SHOW

Major annual air show cancelled due to lack of sponsor

The Foynes Air Show began in 2014 and formed part of the Aviation Ireland weekend.

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Jan 29th 2019, 9:56 AM

# grounded

People told to report illegal use of drones amid concerns Irish airport could be hit like Gatwick

Hundreds of flights were cancelled and more than 100,000 passengers affected.

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Dec 21st 2018, 12:05 AM

# grounded

'Simple software issue' most likely the cause of last night's Irish airspace closure

Air travel over much of Ireland was suspended for around two hours during a “systems failure” last night.

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Updated Oct 3rd 2018, 5:16 PM

# be careful

Did you get a drone for Christmas? Here's everything you need to know before flying it

There are a few essential things you need to before you fly your drone.

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Dec 26th 2017, 1:06 PM

# Motor show madness

5 of the most exciting cars being revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show

The Frankfurt motor show is the largest car show of 2017 and here are some cars making an appearance.

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Sep 4th 2017, 3:52 PM

# up up and away

The Irish Air Corps will colour the skies above the Liffey today

The Irish Aviation Authority’s #AviationIreland weekend take place this Saturday and Sunday.

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Jul 20th 2017, 7:00 AM

# Delivery

Ireland's first legit drone drop landed on a boat at the weekend

The drone delivered medical supplies and food to the boat in Dun Laoghaire.

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Jan 30th 2017, 4:07 PM

# Not so fast

Did you get a drone for Christmas? Don't fly it straight away

You should check a few things first before you go on your maiden flight.

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Dec 25th 2016, 6:30 PM

# ho ho hurray

Good news: Santa gets all-clear to fly in Irish airspace

There were fears Storm Barbara could have interfered with Santa’s travel plans.

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Dec 23rd 2016, 1:44 PM

# Whangaparaoa

VIDEO: Domino's has begun delivering pizzas by drones

Their first delivery took place in New Zealand – but a Russian company says they got there first.

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Nov 16th 2016, 12:47 PM

Drones will face new rules to cut risks

“Drones have a place in modern society but they must be regulated,” says Fine Gael MEP.

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Nov 14th 2016, 4:16 PM

# Insult

Keith Duffy says he felt sick to his stomach after reading Irish Autism Action comments

The Boyzlife singer says he worked tirelessly for the charity and never asked for, or received, any payment.

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Aug 16th 2016, 3:06 PM

# National Pyjama Day

Funds raised through Pyjama Day withheld from Irish Autism Action

Early Childhood Ireland is withholding funds raised for the charity until further notice.

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Aug 5th 2016, 6:23 PM

# Data Breach

Irish drone register allowed access to personal details of 2,000 members

The Irish Aviation Authority said the error was down to a technical issue which has now been resolved.

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Apr 8th 2016, 6:03 AM

# Safety First

Own a drone or buying one for Christmas? You have to register it from today

And the focus behind the new legislation is very much on safety.

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Dec 21st 2015, 6:10 AM

# Come Fly With Me

Turns out flying a drone professionally is more complex than you think...

For one, you’ll need two people if you want to properly capture footage.

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Aug 22nd 2015, 10:15 AM

# striiiiiike

Travelling to Spain this week? We may have bad news for you...

There are four air traffic strikes planned in the coming days.

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Jun 8th 2015, 8:46 AM

# not acceptable

Simon Coveney is NOT happy about Russian war planes flying close to Ireland

The Minister for Defence was speaking in the Dáil today.

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Mar 24th 2015, 4:13 PM

# You've been warned

'We've told the Russians it's not acceptable to fly in Irish-controlled airspace'

Two Russian military aircraft flew through Irish controlled airspace last month.

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Feb 8th 2015, 7:45 PM

# here's the rules

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? (No, it's probably a drone)

New guidelines have been issued on using the remotely controlled aircraft.

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Dec 19th 2014, 2:28 PM

# Flying High

Lower airfares from Dublin at risk as cold water poured on price plan

Aviation watchdog said airport’s license in danger if lower charges mean security cuts.

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Sep 10th 2014, 11:23 AM

# No-Fly Zone

Iceland lowers aviation risk from volcano to orange alert

Iceland’s Meteorological Office said there is no sign of an eruption.

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Aug 24th 2014, 12:02 PM

# Flights

N America-Europe flights through Irish airspace beat 2008 peak

An average of 1,759 flights a day flew in Irish airspace in June, according to the Irish Aviation Authority.

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Jul 10th 2014, 7:34 PM

# Taking Flight

Explainer: What are the rules and regulations surrounding drones?

For one, you should refer to them as unmanned aircrafts from here on in.

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Jun 22nd 2014, 4:00 PM

# Come Fly With Me

There were 1,613 flights in Irish airspace on last month's busiest day

Air traffic figures for April show an increase at all three airports with Shannon seeing a significant rise of over 30 per cent.

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May 14th 2014, 7:44 AM

# Cork Airport

Just one air traffic controller to work night shift at Cork Airport from January

The Irish Aviation Authority said that reduced flight numbers and charges as well as cuts in revenue per flight have made current service levels “unsustainable”.

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Sep 3rd 2013, 3:03 PM

# FlightFest

Biggest Irish airshow since 1936 to take place next month

FlightFest will see a selection of aircraft, from flying boats to massive cargo planes, fly over the River Liffey next month.

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Aug 24th 2013, 8:45 AM

# grounded

Ryanair documentary pilot sacked for "gross misconduct"

John Goss had previously spoken to a newspaper over concerns he had related to the airline’s safety and fuel policies.

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Aug 15th 2013, 7:56 AM

# Dispatches

French Government seeks clarification from Ryanair following documentary

Ryanair has threatened to sue the makers of Dispatches over the safety claims made in Monday night’s programme.

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Aug 14th 2013, 9:23 PM

# Dear Michael

Check out Ryanair's heated exchange of letters with 'Dispatches'...

The low-cost carrier has threatened the makers of last night’s Channel 4′s Dispatches programme with court action over claims made about safety.

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Aug 13th 2013, 9:30 PM

# Ryanair

IAA criticises Channel 4 over 'misguided attack' on Ryanair

The Dispatches programme, which aired last night, gave details of pilots’ safety concerns, particularly around fuel loads.

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Aug 13th 2013, 11:59 AM

# Airline Safety

Ryanair pilots reveal serious concerns about passenger safety

More than 90 per cent of pilots surveyed believe Irish and European aviation authorities should investigate the impact of employment practices on safety.

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Aug 12th 2013, 4:41 PM

# funding appeal

Irish Architectural Archive appeal for funds, they even asked NAMA

The organisation holds over 2.5 million architectural drawings and 500,000 photographs of Irish buildings.

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May 24th 2013, 1:12 PM

# Pigeons

Pigeon v Plane: The costly battle to keep the airspace bird-free

A recent incident involving pigeons which forced an Aer Lingus plane to abandon its flight to London has highlighted the measures Dublin Airport takes to keep the skies around the runway bird-free.

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May 20th 2013, 7:15 AM