Dublin

1Threshold 28

One of the better-known, but for photographers certainly not the best, observation points here features a lay-by of the Old Airport Road, directly opposite the beginning of 28. Obviously, this is also next to final 34, and the climb-out from 16 if you will. For number catching, this spot will do to log nearly everything moving. For photography, steps are necessary to aim over the high perimeter fence. Even then, other spots are more attractive to use the camera.

2Threshold 10

Spot 2 might be the best vantage point for photograpy at Dublin. Parking is usually no problem at the disused entrance to the Horizon Logistics Park, and mounds on either side of that entry enable the photographer to take photos clear of the fence. For traffic using 10/28 this spot is fine for number spotting, but activities elsewhere on the field are far away or even out of sight.

3Final 10 north side

Opposite spot 2, one may find an interesting photo spot for early morning shots of arrivals on 10, presumably in the Summer. Likewise, evening departures from 28 could make for attractive shots. Be advised that the fence is padded with wood, from this spot towards the east, obscuring the taxiway and runway.

4West Apron

Despite a blast fence, logging aircraft on this apron from the roadside should usually be no problem. In case it still is, there is an alternative next to the fire station. To reach that location, enter the road marked by large red signs but pass the gate to the fire station: the small road straight ahead leads to a gate in the fence of the West Apron. From there, a different viewing angle might bring spotting results. Photograpers have little to gain at spot 4.

5CHC & CityJet

Two companies have hangars just south of the Boot Inn: CHC Ireland and CityJet. The former operates very S-92s and the latter its well-known RJ85s. Some views may be had between buildings of a helicopter or two, while present jets are parked in plain view of the road. Limited photo possibilities exist at CityJet, when using steps.

6Threshold 16

Unfortunately, runway 16 is rarely used, while the view from spot 6 is splendid and roadside parking for a few cars not a problem. Be sure not to block the crash gate, of course. With 10/28 as active runway, chances are a CHC S-92 or other surprise comes in on 16, but the wait for that may be a while.

7North Apron

A short stop at this spot may produce additional numbers of aircraft parked on the North Apron, or in the large hangar. The Light Aircraft Park, where visiting bizjets park among others, is a bit too far with regard to the obstacle situation.

8Cargo gate

Another stop-and-go location that might produce some numbers, is this entrance to airside near Terminal 2. Despite many obstructions and the obvious security situation, one just might get a few missing registrations.

9Terminal 1

The so called Mezzanine of Terminal 1 features 'The Eating Place', with windows that give a lookout over the aprons and part of the runways. Photography is far from ideal here, but logging numbers is certainly an option.

10Terminal 2 airside

Should you happen to be a passenger in Terminal 2, it might be worthwhile to pay the end of the long Pier E a visit. This spot offers a fine view on taxiways and runway 28. Despite shooting through glass, photography is also well possible.