Following a recent drone prosecution by the IAA, the drone operator pled guilty and agreed to share their experience to help educate the drone community.
It’s important to remember that flying a drone makes you a pilot and understand your responsibilities before you take to the skies.
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🎄 Got a drone under the tree? Before you fly: ✅ Register ✅ Know the rules ✅ Check airspace
👉 [iaa.ie/drones]
#dronsafely #iaa
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❄️ Flight disrupted? Know your rights!
Under EU Regulation (EC) 261/2004, airlines must offer you:
✅ A refund
✅ Re-routing on the next available flight
✅ Or travel at a later time that suits you
✈️ Learn more: iaa.ie/consumer-protection/a…
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❄️Flight disrupted? Know Your Rights!
Under Regulation (EC) 261/2004, airlines must offer you:
-> A refund
-> Re-routing on the next available flight
-> Or travel at a later time of your choosing
Learn more >> iaa.ie/consumer-protection/a…
Pilots 📢 Is your radio 8.33kHz compliant?
Ireland transitioning to EU requirement in early 2026 and pilots are being urged to plan accordingly.
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Cold weather operations require extra attention to detail. EASA has published guidance to help manage checklist drift during winter conditions.
Learn more here: easa.europa.eu/community/top…
🎁 Buying a drone this Christmas? Don’t forget: 📌 Register 📌 Check airspace 📌
Fly responsibly
👉 [iaa.ie/drones]
#DroneSafely #IAA
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The IAA has published its conclusions on high level issues related to the 2026 Determination on the maximum level of Airport Charges at Dublin Airport. For more on this iaa.ie/commercial-aviation/e…
Over **26,000 drone pilots trained in Ireland** to the highest global standards.
Join them! 👉 [iaa.ie/drones]
#DroneSafely #IAA
Santa might bring you a drone this Christmas—but not the knowledge to fly it safely!
🎄Register as an Operator
🎄Get trained
🎄Know the rules
🎄Check airspace restrictions before you fly.
👉 Learn more: iaa.ie/media/2025/12/10/iaa-…
#DroneSafely #IAA
A drone pilot has been fined after flying illegally over a Snow Patrol concert at Thomond Park.
The IAA & @GardaTraffic remind all operators: know the rules, follow the rules, keep the public safe.
Learn more: bit.ly/3XEPce5
✈️ Storm Bram - Know Your Rights!
Airlines must offer you a choice of:
Re-routing as soon as possible
Re-routing at a later date at your convenience
Refund
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#AirPassengerRights #TravelTips #EU261
The Irish Aviation Authority has completed the Autumn 2025 licensing round - 58 travel agents and 18 tour operators were licensed in this round.
#Travel #ConsumerProtection #IAart iaa.ie/media/2025/11/20/iris…
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Every safe flight starts with STEM. ✈️
Science, technology, engineering & maths keep Ireland’s skies moving. Today we celebrate the vital role STEM plays in aviation. #NationalSTEMDay #IAA
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Drone breaches near Dublin Airport spark regulator action
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A week of aviation in action! 🛩️
TY students explored simulators, met the IAA teams, and toured Dublin Airport’s new ATC building.
Big thanks to everyone who helped inspire the next generation of aviation professionals! #IAA #TYProgramme #AviationCareers
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📢 From Oct 28, aircraft registration goes fully digital via MySRS!
No more paper forms. Just faster, smarter, secure applications.
✅ Real-time updates
✅ E-signed certs
✅ Greener process
🔗 iaa.mysrs.ie
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On #InternationalDayOfTheATC, we salute the air traffic controllers who guide our skies with precision and care. Their vigilance ensures safe journeys for millions every day. #AirTrafficControl #IAA #AviationSafety
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