Cork Airport to keep 24-hour status

Assurances have been made that the 24-hour landing capability at Cork Airport will remain. Transport Minister Leo Varadkar had indicated the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) was considering the introduction of “limited restrictions” to controller services at Cork Airport.
However Cork Chamber chief executive, Conor Healy outlined that having undergone “productive and constructive consultation” with the Authority, an agreement has been reached to retain the service level.
“We have been steadfast in wholly opposing the proposal to reduce air traffic control coverage over recent months and have now reached a position where concrete assurances have been received from the IAA to provide effective 24-hour access to Cork Airport.” he said.
“Having explored how the requirements of all sides could be met, the proposal which has now been agreed between Cork Chamber, Cork Airport and the IAA will safeguard the competitiveness of Cork Airport. Cork Chamber has received confirmation that there will be no impact on existing air traffic - passenger or cargo; nor will the proposal in any way affect potential new business at the airport or hamper the expansion of existing air services.”