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Flight in landing gear scare at Shannon

A transatlantic jet had to carry out a low fly-past at Shannon Airport this morning so air traffic controllers could check whether the plane’s landing gear was down.

Three hotels cancel seminar venue booking

Three hotels in the Shannon area of Co Clare have cancelled bookings for a seminar on US Imperialism and Militarisation due to be held this weekend.

Parky joins Shannon Airport’s Wall of Fame

Shannon Airport is about to add another famous name to its ‘Wall of Fame’ after one of the world’s most famous TV chat show hosts, Sir Michael Parkinson, touched down ahead of an appearance tonight (Friday) at the Lime Tree Theatre in Limerick.

Jet diverts to Shannon with ill passenger

A transatlantic jet diverted to Shannon Airport this afternoon after a passenger was reported to have suffered a heart attack.

Shannon Airport scoops international award

Shannon Airport has scooped a major international award in China beating off stiff competition from other shortlisted entrants including and Belfast City and Cork Airport's.
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Department refuses FOI requests about US flights

A group that monitors military aircraft movements at Shannon Airport has claimed the Department of Foreign Affairs has refused to answer questions under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) in case it damages relations with the United States (US).

Kuwait Airways to expand Shannon operation

Speculation that an airline was due to end its transit operation at Shannon have been dashed with news that the carrier will not only continue to use the mid-west airport but will also double the frequency of its flights.

Absolutely Fabulous day for Shannon Airport staff member

Shannon Airport staff member Jackie Connolly had another dream day at the office this week as she got to meet one of her movie icons, the classy British actress Joanna Lumley, on Sunday.
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