Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Heavy Transport Helicopters.
- Heavy transport helicopter acquisition 2 speeches
The Minister said there were no plans to acquire Super Puma helicopters, as existing Air Corps aircraft could meet relief and likely military transport needs.
Pearse Wyse, Michael J. Noonan
- Night flying capability 6 speeches
The Minister said the Air Corps would be able to fly its helicopters at night from June, and confirmed this meant June of that year.
Enda Kenny, Michael J. Noonan, A Deputy
- Helicopter base for west coast rescues 4 speeches
Kenny asked about basing a helicopter in the west or northwest for night air-sea rescues. The Minister said a deputation was expected and preliminary discussions had taken place.
Enda Kenny, Seán Treacy, Dinny McGinley, Michael J. Noonan
asked the Minister for Defence the plans, if any, he has for the acquisition of super puma heavy transport helicopters, a requirement which was needed during the harsh winter of 1982 and which would also be required for air lifting the Army ranger wing to counter terrorist operations.
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Limerick West): There are no plans to acquire helicopters of a larger capacity than the Dauphin. Relief operations in harsh winter conditions can be met by the helicopters at present operated by the Air Corps. I am satisfied that the Air Corps have the capability to transport military personnel in any likely security operation.
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Will the Minister indicate when the Aer Corps will be in a position to fly the existing helicopters at night?
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In terms of the Estimates can the Minister discuss the provision and placing of a helicopter on the west or north-west coast in order to effect air-sea rescues at night?
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Is the Minister considering the request of the national committee who want to have one of these helicopters based in the west or northwest? Have they had a meeting with the Minister or his officials to discuss this matter?