Dublin Airport should be liable for airline costs due to drone disruption, TD says

A TD has suggested that Dublin Airport be held financially responsible if management fails to ensure that there is a drone-free zone around the airport. Following three days of disruption at the facility over the weekend, Fine GColm Brophy stated that it is Dublin Airport’s responsibility to prevent drone operations in the area, Breaking news … Read more

Gardaí conducting full investigation into drone disruption at Dublin Airport

Following three incidents within a few days that disrupted thousands of passengers’ flights, Gardai are now “fully investigating” recent drone appearances at Dublin Airport. Yesterday, flights from the airport were once again temporarily halted after a drone was spotted on the airfield, risking the security of the passengers. Thousands of passengers were delayed as a result … Read more

Flights at Dublin Airport delayed for third day after drone sightings near runway

For the third time recently, flights had to be halted after a drone was spotted on the airfield at Dublin Airport on Monday evening. Following the latest incident, hundreds of passengers landed at Belfast or Shannon Airports. All flights that were in the air and coming toward the airport were informed of the problem by … Read more

Ryanair calls for government action to prevent further airport drone disruption

Ryanair has called for action by the Government over the disruption at Dublin Airport caused by drones. Over the past two days, several flights had to be diverted away from Dublin Airport after a drone was spotted close to the runway. Following the suspension of flights due to two confirmed drone sightings shortly after 2 … Read more