IFR in Southern Ireland

[flightlevel1985]

Has anybody had any experience of flying under IFR in Southern Ireland? I am planning a trip from the North West of England down to Cork. Just wanted any advice on any 'problem' areas if there are any. Thanks http://images.ibsrv.net/ibsrv/res/src:www.pprune.org/get/images/smilies/smile.gif

[cl601pilot]

I used to fly into Cork quite often at my old job. The ATC services are really good. Enjoy the trip. I really miss being over there.

[manitoubrian]

IFR in the South of Ireland is good. ATC very friendly and very helpful. (I've found all ATC good but Ireland is maybe under less pressure!)

Just one thing that I have noticed flying to Galway and Waterford is that you might have to request descent or you could end up a bit high. I ended up having to go missed at Galway and ended up with a greater rate of decent at Waterford than I would have liked. Since then I've always asked for decent (which has been given straight away) to make it easier for me :E

Brian