Cork Airport needs support similar to other regional airports

Cork Airport is expected to see less than 1 million passengers this year, down from 2.6 million last year. Picture: Jim Coughlan

Cork Airport should receive financial support from the State in a similar way to other regional airports its operator the DAA, a State company responsible for both airports, has said.

Both Dublin and Cork airports are self-funded and do not receive support from the taxpayer but they have been severely impacted by the collapse in global air travel due to the Covid-19 pandemic.