Fergal Browne (Fine Gael)

I thank the Minister of State for his comprehensive reply. Who is in charge of an aircraft? Is the pilot flying the aircraft ultimately responsible? Can he or she be overruled by a security force in a different state? I understand that the training a pilot receives indicates that he or she has the authority to evacuate the aircraft. That did not happen in this case. While I do not expect an answer today, perhaps the Minister of State could bring the matter to the attention of his counterparts. I thank Ms Blake for her help in wording this Adjournment matter because it was quite complicated. I ask the Minister of State to keep me and the local TD, Deputy Nolan, briefed on the outcome of any meetings on the matter.