I propose to take Questions Nos. 287 and 291 together.
I refer the Deputies to my answer to a priority question dealing with Ireland-US aviation relations on 24 November 2005. The conclusion that open skies will be good for Irish tourism, aviation, business links and the economy generally is clear, therefore I do not intend to delay those benefits further by commissioning another study on the impact of open skies. The transitional arrangement for Shannon has now been finalised, and the period of time for Shannon to prepare is now known. It is now a matter for the management and staff of Shannon airport to use that transitional period in the best way possible, and to look forward and grasp the undoubted opportunities that open skies offers.