Future uncertain for Kerry-Dublin route despite growth

Flights on the Kerry-Dublin route are attracting growing passenger numbers but the future of the service remains uncertain.

Passengers on the route jumped by 22% in the eight months to the end of October, according to Aer Lingus Regional, compared to the same period last year when there was a 6% rise.

However, daily flights from Kerry Airport on the route depends on continuation of a Government subsidy, known as a public service obligation grant, worth €3.5m over three years.