Air Services Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 November 2012

Tuesday, 27 November 2012

Ceisteanna (146)

Dessie Ellis

Ceist:

146. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide an update on progress made in improving safety regulations for pilots across the EU but especially in Ireland where some work conditions are not conducive to ensuring that pilots are at their best when flying in particular flight time limitations; if he is concerned that current proposals are not sufficiently in line with what research has found to be best practice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52660/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The subject matter of this particular question, the safety regulation of aviation, and in particular, flight time limitations for flight crews, is the statutory responsibility of the Irish Aviation Authority, and I have referred the question to them for direct reply.  I would ask the Deputy to contact my office if a reply has not been received within 10 working days.

Question No. 147 answered with Question No. 136.

Question No. 148 answered with Question No. 117.