The Irish Aviation Authority has warned that unless "urgent action" is taken at a political level the Irish aviation industry will not exist. The stark statement was made yesterday at the Oireachtas Transport Committee, which continues again today. For more we’ heard from Pádraig Ó Céidigh Founder of Aer Arann Regional.

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