Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 November 2023
157. Deputy Matt Shanahan asked the Minister for Transport how many aircraft are retained or are on standby at Dublin Airport for medivac duty; the number of medivac missions each aircraft made in the past three years and from which base; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51996/23]
View answerI am not in a position to provide this information as the operation of medivac flights is not a matter in which I have a specific function. The operation of flights of any nature by European operators, including medivac flights, do not require any authorisation from my department. While third country air operators require authorisation for flights, including medivac flights, this data is not collated on the basis of the purpose of the flight.
I am however forwarding your request to daa to provide any information it has directly to you in respect of medivac operations from Dublin Airport. If a response is not received within 10 days, please contact my private office.
