Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2023
225. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport if his Department's attention has been drawn to a location at Shannon Airport (details supplied); and if the location meets the ICAO and EASA specifications for a taxiway. [4467/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy may be aware, the oversight of safety standards at airports is a matter for the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA).
Regarding the specific question, I am informed by Shannon Airport Group that it no longer operates a section of the airfield formerly known as ‘Taxiway 11’ as a taxiway. This section of the airfield is used for aircraft parking and is referred to as ‘Parking Area 11’ which consists of a number of aircraft parking stands.
In light of IAA's responsibility for oversight of safety standards at airports, I have referred the Deputy's question to the IAA for a direct response. If you do not receive a response within 10 working days please contact my private office.
