7. Munitions of war, Weapons and Dangerous Goods

1. 7. Munitions of war, Weapons and Dangerous Goods These Regulations apply to all aircraft operating within Ireland, regardless of nationality, and to all Irish-registered aircraft worldwide. Munitions of War • It is illegal to supply or load Munitions of War (weapons, ammunition etc) on to an aircraft. • It is illegal to carry Munitions of War on an aircraft UNLESS • The aircraft is registered abroad and • The Munitions of War on board are allowed by the State where the plane is registered and • They are carried to ensure the safety of the aircraft and the people on board No firearms can be carried on board an Irish-registered aircraft by passengers or crew unless: • They are stored out of reach of the passengers e.g. in the hold and • Firearms are not loaded.

2. 7. Munitions of war, Weapons and Dangerous Goods Dangerous Goods Anything, alone or in combination, that may endanger the aircraft , equipment or people on board may not be carried unless: • Carriage by air is approved by the IAA, • and/or carriage in a specific type of aircraft. • The packaging of the goods is approved (IATA Regulations) • The goods are carried by the operator to ensure the safety of the aircraft and people on board (e.g. deicing fluids, oxygen cylinders)