asked the Minister for Transport and Power when work will commence on the extension of Shannon Airport to cater for the larger type aircraft.
Ceistenna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Shannon Airport Extension.
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As I informed the Deputy in reply to a question on 18th October, 1967, planning to deal with Jumbo Jet aircraft at Shannon Airport is well advanced. I am not yet in a position to say when actual construction work will commence but I would hope that it would be in about six months.