Earlier this month it was reported the long-running tradition was to be scrapped due to new security protocols on the runway introduced in January
The annual blessing of the planes will go ahead at Dublin Airport this Christmas following fears it might have to end.
This enables him to be airside "to counsel passengers and employees as well as perform other activities, including the traditional blessing of the planes". The daa also said it is “happy to engage with any other faith representative that wishes to perform religious or secular blessings at the airport”. These will take place landside in accordance with the aviation regulator’s security protocols.
“The Christmas blessing is a cherished part of his ministry at the airport and we are delighted to be able to support the continuance of this 76-year tradition.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Plane Forced to Abort Landing in Storm Kathleen at Dublin AirportNerve-racking footage captures a plane battling against strong winds of Storm Kathleen, forcing it to abort its landing at Dublin Airport.
Read more »
Scary video shows plane aborting landing at Dublin Airport during Storm KathleenA number of other flights have had to go around due to unstable approaches
Read more »
Plane lands sideways during storm at Dublin AirportA viral clip captures the moment when a plane touched down sideways on the airport runway before retreating to the air. The incident occurred during a storm in Ireland, which prompted weather warnings and flight cancellations.
Read more »
Dublin Airport facing massive backlash for Kate Middleton tweetIt's man stuff
Read more »
Dublin Airport warns car parks will be full this weekendDublin Airport operator, daa, has warned passengers using the airport over the busy Easter weekend that its car parks are going to be fu
Read more »
Dublin Airport responds to sex toy being found in terminalFastly becoming one of the most engaging accounts on Irish X, (formerly Twitter) Dublin Airport did it once again on Monday when a customer posted an image of a sex toy inside the airport terminal
Read more »