Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 May 2019
38. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if we will provide clarity on concerns that have been raised on the future operation of the aeromedical service based at Custume Barracks, Athlone; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21260/19]
View answerThe Air Corps provides a broad range of services in accordance with its primary security role. It also undertakes a diverse range of non-security-related tasks on an ‘as available’ basis including the provision of air ambulance services to the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Since the commencement of the Emergency Aeromedical Support (EAS) Service in June 2012, the Air Corps has completed over 2,350 missions.
The EAS Service is a good example of the Air Corps and HSE combining their resources to deliver life-saving services for the people of Ireland. There are no plans to change the current operation of the service based out of Custume Barracks, Athlone.
