Shannon Airport Expands Transatlantic Capacity for Summer 2026
Shannon Airport has resumed key US routes, bringing total summer transatlantic capacity to 340,000 seats with the support of CBP preclearance.
May 23, 20263 min
Airlines
United 757-200 Turns Back to Shannon After Mid-Air Issue
United Airlines flight UA271 returned to Shannon Airport mid-flight due to a maintenance issue, highlighting challenges with its aging Boeing 757 fleet.
May 18, 20265 min
Airlines
Man Arrested for Damaging USAF C-130 Hercules at Shannon Airport
A man was arrested at Shannon Airport after allegedly damaging a USAF C-130 Hercules with a hatchet, prompting a brief suspension of flight operations.
Apr 14, 20265 min
Airports
USAF C-130 Damaged in Hatchet Attack at Shannon Airport
An individual attacked a USAF C-130 with a hatchet at Shannon Airport, causing extensive damage and highlighting ongoing security and political tensions.
Apr 12, 20264 min
Airports
Air India A350 Diverts to Shannon Airport Over Technical Issue
Air India flight AI102 from New York to Delhi diverted to Shannon, Ireland, after a technical issue, affecting approximately 300 passengers onboard.
Mar 16, 20265 min
Safety