Shannon aircraft plant closer to take-off

The manufacture of aircraft in Ireland for the first time moved a step closer yesterday.

This followed the creator of a revolutionary light- aircraft, the Speedtwin Comet1, stating yesterday that he is working closely with Shannon Airport Authority with a view to establishing a manufacturing base for his aircraft at Shannon.

Speaking after its maiden Irish flight demonstration that thrilled onlookers at Shannon Airport yesterday, Malcolm Ducker said that Shannon’s operating environment, its reputation as a global innovator and existing cluster of aviation industries and related experience makes it an ideal location for manufacturing of light aircraft.