Aviation Plan outlined in Programme for Government 2025

Among the policies mapped out in the Programme for Government 2025, there was a welcome refocus on aviation industry.

Work with stakeholders to achieve our objective of lifting the passenger cap at Dublin airport as soon as possible.
Engage with all relevant stakeholders to establish air connectivity between Dublin and Derry City airports.
Ensure relevant agencies engage effectively with all communities impacted by noise, flight movements and airport operations.
Conduct a review of National Aviation Policy to maximise use of our airports in the regions including Donegal, Ireland West (Knock), Shannon, Cork and Kerry.
Continue to invest in the Regional Airports Programme and develop a new Regional Airports Programme 2026-2030.
Develop Air Cargo Infrastructure and assess the feasibility of an all island (North-South) approach to strengthening speed to market and competitiveness of indigenous and FDI exporting firms.
Develop a National Sustainable Aviation Fuel Policy Roadmap and support Shannon Airport as a hub for testing new aviation technologies.
Improve connectivity and public transport to all airports.
Work with all stakeholders to quickly progress the Waterford Airport project to lengthen and widen the runway, building on the previous Government decision.

Image Credit: Cork Airport