Billy Kelleher (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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239. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if EU Regulation 290/2012 has been implemented; if this now allows pilots to carry out their multi engine instrument rating test in the UK or any other EASA State without having to seek permission of the Irish Aviation Authority; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24957/13]

Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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The issue raised by the Deputy, pilot licensing, is a matter for the Irish Aviation Authority, an Agency under the remit of my Department.  I have referred the Deputy's question to them for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.  I have referred the Deputy's question to them for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.