IRL 251 diverts to Shannon

Irish Air Corps Gulfstream 4, serial 251 diverted into Shannon late last night. The aircraft encountered a technical problem which resulted in the uncommanded application of the brakes whilst in flight. The crew decided to divert to Shannon but before landing they positioned the aircraft to the DERAG hold where the fault was rectified. On completion of the fix the crew elected to make a precautionary landing at Shannon with a compliment of nine including a Government minister. The aircraft departed Shannon shortly after noon today.