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  • 20 Sep 2021 11:33 PM | Anonymous

    Terry Coughlan has advised that, due to unforeseen circumstances, his Third Tuesday event scheduled for 21st September has unfortunately had to be cancelled. The series will resume with the next scheduled event on 19th October.

  • 25 Aug 2021 5:02 PM | Anonymous

    To compensate in some small way for the loss of freedom from which we are (hopefully) emerging,  The Harvest Fly-in is being expanded from its usual Sunday morning format and will take place over two days, Saturday 28th August and Sunday 29th of August with breakfast being provided on both days. Members and friends can therefore choose to attend on or either, or both days.

    Further details will be posted on the Events listing as they emerge



  • 18 Jun 2021 11:04 AM | Anonymous

    Once again, the weather forecast for our scheduled Mid-Summer Fly-in next Saturday and Sunday looks like it is going to spoil the fun.  The forecast for Sunday in particular looks very dodgy. 

    We want our main event of the year to be accessible to all types, including the more weather-dependent ones, and to pilots who may not have flown as much as they would like and therefore need to pick their weather window with more than the usual care.  We also want our neighbours at the field to come along and enjoy themselves.

    Consequently, and with deep frustration, the Committee decided at its meeting last night, that the Mid-summer Fly-in should be postponed to a future date

    A new date will be announced shortly.  Details will appear on the Event Section listing for this event on our website, or accessed directly using this link

    Meanwhile, the field is in great shape.  So please use any opportunity you have to drop in, at any time of your own choosing, but with the usual PPR from the Airfield Coordinator, Aidan Power, on 087 6765207


  • 4 Jun 2021 12:31 PM | Anonymous

    Don't forget to plan for the IlAS Mid-summer Fly-in on 19th and 20th June at ILAS field EIIF.  Let's hope for good flying weather and a safe, well-attended event - we all deserve it at this stage!

  • 4 Jun 2021 12:16 PM | Anonymous

    The Editor is looking for extra content for the Summer 2021 edition of the Newsletter.  Deadline is 9th June.  Email Cathal on editor@ilas.ie

  • 15 May 2021 11:36 PM | Anonymous

    Airfield Coordinator Aidan Power and his team have just finished putting the final touches to the new deck area adjacent to the clubhouse at EIIF.

    This significant addition to the facilities at the airfield will make it an even more attractive destination for flying visits, especially on summer days.  It will really come into its own for fly-in events.

    As always, if you are flying into EIIF remember to obtain prior permission and the up-to-date airfield information from Aidan by email or by txt/phone on 087 6765207

  • 15 May 2021 11:26 PM | Anonymous

    It hasn't gone away you know.

    Meaning the weather of course.  Even though Covid restrictions have been lifted sufficiently, the weather is always a factor in organising fly-ins.

    So it is with great regret that we must cancel our re-arranged 2021 Breakfast Fry-in that was due to take place at EIIF tomorrow Sunday16th May.  This is because of greasy ground conditions after heavy rain at the field as well as an unfavourable weather forecast for the day itself.  This event will not be re-scheduled for a later date.

    Instead, it is our intention now to focus on our Mid-Summer Fly-in as planned for Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th June.  


  • 2 May 2021 12:47 PM | Anonymous

    Now that a firm date has been announced for the resumption of inter-county travel, it makes sense to re-arrange our annual Breakfast 'Fry'-in for a date when the maximum number of people are permitted to attend either by land or air.  The event will now take place on Sunday 16th May, subject to the usual requirement for PPR and of course weather permitting.

    The event listing can be accessed here

    The full listing of ILAS (and selected other) events can be viewed here

  • 2 May 2021 11:33 AM | Anonymous

    The IAA is currently undertaking a review of Irish Airspace and has held a number of on-line briefings that were open to the public.  As part of its advocacy role on behalf of Irish permit aviators, ILAS participated in these sessions and has now  submitted a document with its comments to the IAA.

    This document sets out a number of important principles which should inform the design of all changes to Irish Airspace.  In addition, it calls for a variety of specific changes to airspcace affecting VFR traffic in locations such as Waterford, Coonagh, Sligo and the environs of the Dublin CTZ.

    The response document can be read and downloaded here

    ILAS will pursue the principles and objectives set out in this document in its relationship with the IAA.

  • 15 Feb 2021 9:58 PM | Anonymous

    The next edition of the new ILAS newsletter will be published in early June.  The Editor invites contributions for the forthcoming March edition, which must be received by his press deadline of:

    25th May

    Contributions can be emailed to editor@ilas.ie.  Photographs are especially welcome and text should ideally be in editable form - preferably not pdf

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