I was there, heard and saw everything, NO BIG DEAL.
Pilot asked tower for a right hand orbit. Have to admit that I thought the guy was a few miles away on finals. However he suddenly appeared in sight and he initiated the orbit just before passing over the threshold.
Runway was clear for him to land. Whether the cabin wasn't secure for landing or whether he was stabilised in time, or other factors, I cannot say, the pilot didn't mention anything.
After flying a bad weather circuit (yes it was a beautiful evening in cork) he landed about 3-4 minutes later.
I'd be useless as a journo