In the pioneering days of aviation, Ireland was the point of departure and arrival for all transatlantic air traffic. And although planes no longer refuel at Shannon, we are still prominent in the industry. Ryanair is the largest short haul airline in Europe and we are major players in airport retail and aircraft leasing, says Eoghan Corry

Up to 130,000 people lined the quays of Dublin City as the world’s largest commercial aircraft roared overhead.

More than 100,000 people are expected to line the quays in Dublin for what promises to be a spectacular celebration of aviation.

One of the largest aircraft in the world, the Airbus A380, will fly up the Liffey at low level in three weeks' time.