John Browne
Question:148 Mr. Browne (Carlow-Kilkenny) asked the Minister for Defence the types of aircraft that are to be acquired and the numbers involved, in upgrading the Air Corps. [15085/01]
Vol. 536 No. 5
148 Mr. Browne (Carlow-Kilkenny) asked the Minister for Defence the types of aircraft that are to be acquired and the numbers involved, in upgrading the Air Corps. [15085/01]
The Government recognises that there are urgent equipment modernisation requirements in the Air Corps. In recognition of these requirements, I announced on 1 March of last year, the allocation of up to £55 million over the next three years for this purpose. These funds will initiate vital investment in new aircraft for the Air Corps.