The State's main airports are now meeting demand from airlines following the recent disruption caused by the volcanic ash disruption, according to the Government Taskforce on Emergency Planning.
The committee, which met for the tenth time this morning, also said although a small amount of ash has been detected in the atmosphere, there has been no deterioration of air quality.
The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) reported that Dublin, Shannon and Cork airports are meeting full capacity demand from carriers. Irish controlled airspace is also meeting full capacity required by the airlines, with the IAA handling all north Atlantic traffic in all eight tracks on the north Atlantic for west-bound traffic between Europe and North America.
According to the taskforce, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported low ash levels, with rainwater samples taken from Malin Head last Friday, with fluorine levels well below drinking water limits.
The EPA is to continue monitoring air and drinking water in the coming months. The taskforce has been advised that any ash likely to fall to the ground in coming days with be minimal, with no effect on public health.
The Commission for Aviation Regulation has repeated its advice that those seeking claim refunds of reasonable costs should contact their air carrier in the first instance. Passengers' claims to air carriers should be made within six months of their return to Ireland, and people should allow a reasonable amount of time for air carriers to process claims, the taskforce said.
The Department of Foreign Affairs closed its crisis response centre last Friday due to the easing flight restrictions since late last week and fall in numbers calling the centre. However, diplomatic missions abroad are providing assistance at local level for a number of long-haul travellers who are still having difficulties getting back to Ireland.
All passengers, including those still stranded abroad, are being advised to stay in contact with their air carrier for further information.
Further information on passenger rights is available at www.aviationreg.ie, while the taskforce has drawn up a frequently asked questions section that can be viewed at www.transport.ie.
The taskforce will meet again tomorrow.