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MTV Lebanon
03-07-2025
- MTV Lebanon
Sixteen Dublin flights grounded in air traffic control strikes
Flights between Dublin Airport and several European cities have been cancelled due to a French air traffic control strike. A total of 16 flights have been grounded between Dublin and the French cities of Paris, Biarritz and Nice, as well as Murcia in Spain on Thursday. No flights departing or arriving to Belfast City Airport have been affected so far, the airport has confirmed. Dublin airport has advised passengers flying to or over mainland Europe to check with their airline for updates on the status of their flight. Two French unions are staging the two-day strike over working conditions. Ryanair has said it has cancelled 170 flights due to the strike action across Thursday and Friday, disrupting more than 30,000 passengers. The Irish airline has said the disruption will mostly affect flights over French airspace en route to their destination, including those from Spain to Ireland and the UK to Greece, alongside flights to and from France. Daa spokesperson Graeme McQueen said the flights included eight departures and eight arrivals. "As it stands, no cancellations have been confirmed for flights in and out of Cork Airport today," he said. The disruption comes at the start of the European summer holiday season – one of the busiest travel periods of the year. 'Urgent action' needed France's civil aviation authority, DGAC, has asked airlines to reduce flight schedules at several airports across the country. Ryanair has criticised France for not protecting aircrafts flying over French airspace when national air traffic control strikes are taking place. The airline has called on the head of European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to take "urgent action", requesting air traffic control services to be "fully staffed" for the first wave of daily departures and for flights going through French airspace to be protected during national strikes. Chief executive of the airline Michael O'Leary said the disruption is "abundantly unfair" on passengers and families booked to go on holiday. "Once again European families are held to ransom by French Air Traffic Controllers going on strike. It is not acceptable that overflights over French airspace en route to their destination are being cancelled/delayed as a result of yet another French ATC strike", he added.
Irish Daily Mirror
11-06-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Dublin Airport passengers warned not to make 'simple mistake' over liquid rule
Holidaymakers jetting off from Dublin Airport this summer have been urged to prepare in advance of their departure and avoid common screening mistakes. Airport officials are reminding passengers heading off on holiday over the coming months to ensure they have their liquids in order when going through security screening. To prevent avoidable delays at security screening, passengers are advised to ensure that all liquids and gels being carried in their hand luggage are in containers of 100ml or less. Passengers should also be prepared to remove their liquids from their bags and to place them separately in a security tray inside clear 1 litre plastic bags, which are provided free of charge at the airport. These restrictions are designed to keep air travel safe by reducing the risk of dangerous substances being smuggled onboard. For Dublin Airport, liquids must be carried in containers no larger than 100ml and placed inside a 1x1 litre clear, resealable plastic bag for inspection. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dublin Airport spokesperson Graeme McQueen said: "It's that time of year again when we're seeing lots of people flying for the first time since last summer and we're seeing many passengers making simple mistakes that are causing them unnecessary delays at security screening. "The simple message for all passengers this summer is - prepare in advance and be ready when it's your turn." Previously, Dublin Airport had been trialing new scanners that allowed liquids to stay inside bags during security checks. However, an EU-wide rule change last year mandated that all liquids must be removed and placed in a clear plastic bag for screening. Mr McQueen added: "The temporary EU regulation that requires liquids to come out of bags at security screening remains in place. "While we're hopeful this rule will change soon, we await confirmation from our regulators. Until then, liquids need to be 100mls or under and they need to come out of bags for screening." In Terminal 1, all liquids must be under 100mls, put into a clear 1 litre bag (20cm x 20cm) and placed visibly within the security tray. Each passenger is limited to a single 1 litre bag only. Large electrical items such as laptops and tablets should be removed from bags and placed in the security tray. In Terminal 2, all liquids must be under 100mls, put into a clear bag(s), and placed visibly in the security tray. However, in Terminal 2 there is no limit on the number of bags or 100mls containers that a passenger can take through, while all electrical items can be left in hand luggage. Mr McQueen said the rollout of new and improved security scanning technology at Dublin Airport will continue over the coming months and should be in operation later this year. The new C3 scanners will allow passengers to leave all liquids and laptops inside their cabin bags with the systems working like CT scanners in hospitals to generate 3D images of bags. Mr McQueen added: 'Our roll-out of new C3 scanners is going really well and will be totally finished in both terminals later this year, which will put us in a position to remove the 100ml limit altogether and mean that liquids can stay in bags at security screening, subject to regulatory approval and also the removal of the EU's temporary rule. "Nobody wants to be delayed at security screening and the airport team are flying it this year, with screening times of less than 20 minutes being the norm for the majority of passengers. "We want to get everyone through quickly and with smiles on their faces and by preparing in advance for screening, ensuring their liquids are in order and that they are ready to remove bulky items like hoodies, jackets and oversized jumpers and to place them in the security tray. "Other common mistakes we see at security that slow passengers down include forgetting to remove belts and also boots and runners that extend above the ankle. There's always someone who forgets to empty their pockets too of items such as wallets, keys, airpods and phones, and this can lead to them being delayed unnecessarily." This summer promises to be the busiest ever at Dublin Airport with upwards of 10 million passengers set to travel through Ireland's main gateway. Passengers departing from Dublin Airport are advised to be in their terminal two hours before a short-haul flight and three hours before a long-haul flight. To save time on the day of departure, passengers are advised to check with their airline if night-before bag check-in is possible
Dublin Live
11-06-2025
- Dublin Live
Dublin Airport summer travel advice as update issued on end of 100ml liquid rule
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Dublin Airport are expecting to be able to remove the 100ml liquid rule later this year, subject to regulatory approval. The airport is urging passengers to prevent avoidable delays at security screening by ensuring that all liquids and gels being carried in their hand luggage are in containers of 100ml or less. However, the airport said they will be in a position to remove the 100ml altogether later this year. Dublin Airport spokesperson Graeme McQueen said: "It's that time of year again when we're seeing lots of people flying for the first time since last summer and we're seeing many passengers making simple mistakes that are causing them unnecessary delays at security screening. The simple message for all passengers this summer is - prepare in advance and be ready when it's your turn. "The temporary EU regulation that requires liquids to come out of bags at security screening remains in place. While we're hopeful this rule will change soon, we await confirmation from our regulators. Until then, liquids need to be 100mls or under and they need to come out of bags for screening. 'Our roll-out of new C3 scanners is going really well and will be totally finished in both terminals later this year, which will put us in a position to remove the 100ml limit altogether and mean that liquids can stay in bags at security screening, subject to regulatory approval and also the removal of the EU's temporary rule." Mr McQueen also advised of the common mistakes that occur at airport security. "Nobody wants to be delayed at security screening and the airport team are flying it this year, with screening times of less than 20 minutes being the norm for the majority of passengers," he said. "We want to get everyone through quickly and with smiles on their faces and by preparing in advance for screening, ensuring their liquids are in order and that they are ready to remove bulky items like hoodies, jackets and oversized jumpers and to place them in the security tray. "Other common mistakes we see at security that slow passengers down include forgetting to remove belts and also boots and runners that extend above the ankle. There's always someone who forgets to empty their pockets too of items such as wallets, keys, airpods and phones, and this can lead to them being delayed unnecessarily." Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
The Irish Sun
30-04-2025
- The Irish Sun
Urgent warning for thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from Dublin Airport in DAYS
AN urgent warning has been issued to thousands of Irish holidaymakers flying out from Dublin Airport in days. Ireland's top airport is advising all passengers to allow extra time for arrival this . 1 Dublin Airport has issued a major warning for passengers Credit: Getty Thousands of passengers are expected to travel through From Friday to Monday, the airport is set to handle just over 447,000 people with 229,000 departing and 218,000 arriving. And those flying out are being reminded to arrive two hours before short-haul Media Relations Manager at daa Graeme McQueen said this upcoming weekend will see more than 100,000 passengers passing through each day. READ MORE IN TRAVEL And he revealed that Friday is likely to be the peak day, with around 116,000 people expected. He said: "The coming weekend will be another busy one at Dublin Airport, and all four days will see us welcome more than 100,000 passengers each day. "The busiest day of the weekend is likely to be Friday when around 116,000 will pass through. "The departure gates will be busy with sports fans, holiday makers and business travellers heading off overseas, while the arrivals halls will welcome tens of thousands of tourists from around the world who will go on to visit all four corners of the island of Ireland. Most read in News Travel "We love these busy weekends and the team at Dublin Airport can't wait to welcome everyone." Passengers should prepare for heavy footfall, longer wait times and allow extra time for Aer Lingus launch new direct flight to popular stateside destination from Dublin Airport Meanwhile, Shannon Airport is advising all passengers to pre-book car parking well ahead of the May . More than 53,000 passengers are set to pass through the airport over the coming days - an 18 percent increase on the same period last year. Taking to 'Passengers are advised to pre-book car parking as early as possible for the busy May bank holiday period. 'We look forward to welcoming you to Ireland's favourite airport in the coming days.' Among the most popular routes this May are sun destinations like Madeira and Lanzarote, along with city favourites such as Naples, Palma and Airport Director Niall Kearns said that while the team is prepared to deliver a smooth and welcoming experience, parking demand is expected to be high. He said: 'All the team are looking forward to Making It Easy for those travelling this week, and to ensuring that our passengers' holidays start here at Shannon Airport. 'With easy access from our car parks, fast movement through security, great duty-free shopping, our popular bar and restaurants as well as a very friendly welcome, customers can expect a hassle-free airport experience.' Shannon Airport currently offers 36 routes to 11 countries, with over 1.8 million seats available this And passengers are now being encouraged to reserve parking online in advance to secure the best rates and avoid availability issues. Car parking can be reserved directly at and early booking is particularly important for those flying during peak periods .
BreakingNews.ie
28-04-2025
- Climate
- BreakingNews.ie
Spain-Portugal power outage: Flights to Dublin cancelled as exact cause of blackout unknown
A huge power outage in Spain and Portugal has paralysed traffic and grounded flights, leaving power operators scrambling to restore power to millions of homes and businesses. The outage has also impacted airport operations in Ireland, with a number of flights to Dublin cancelled or delayed. Advertisement Dublin Airport's operator DAA said the facility was operating as normal on Monday evening but the situation in Spain and Portugal had impacted on operations and flight schedules. "As of 4pm, two inbound flights from Lisbon to Dublin and one outbound flight from Dublin to Lisbon have been cancelled," Graeme McQueen from DAA said. "Further disruption over the remainder of the day is possible and, as always, passengers should check directly with their airline for updates regarding their flight." A source at Portugal's TAP Air said Lisbon airport was running on back-up generators, while AENA, which manages 46 airports in Spain, reported flight delays around the country. Advertisement The Canary Islands and the Balaeric Islands are unaffected by the power cuts, though airports in Spain's island regions may still suffer delays due to wider disruption in flight schedules. The Irish embassies in Spain and Portugal urged people impacted by the power outage to follow the instructions of the local authorities. The Spanish prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said in a televised address on Monday evening that the exact cause of the power cut was still unknown and warned against speculation. Witnesses said power had started returning to the Basque country and Barcelona areas of Spain in the early afternoon, a few hours after the outage began. It was not clear when power might be more widely restored. Advertisement World Power outage in Spain and Portugal hits trains, tr... Read More In a video posted on X, Madrid mayor Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida urged city residents to minimise their journeys and stay where they were, adding: "It is essential that the emergency services can circulate." In Portugal, water supplier EPAL said water supplies could also be disrupted, and queues formed at stores by people rushing to purchase emergency supplies like gaslights, generators and batteries. The main Portuguese electricity utility, EDP, said it had told customers it had no forecast for when the energy supply would be "normalised", Publico newspaper said. It warned it could take several hours. Parts of France also suffered a brief outage. RTE, the French grid operator, said it had moved to supplement power to some parts of northern Spain after the outage hit. – Additional reporting: Reuters
