asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the number of United States air-force aircraft given permission to pass through Irish airspace between 10 April and 16 April 1986; in relation to each aircraft the date permission was given; the aircraft type and serial number; and the air route taken.
Written Answers. - Passage Through Irish Airspace.
41.
Five United States military aircraft, details of which follow, were given permission to pass through Irish-controlled airspace between 10 and 16 April, 1986:
|
Date Permission Given |
Aircraft Type |
|
3.4.1986 |
C-135 |
|
3.4.1986 |
C-137 |
|
9.4.1986 (twice) |
UP-3A |
|
11.4.1986 |
C-23 |
The routes taken were normal designated routes. I am satisfied that, in accordance with Irish regulations, the aircraft were unarmed and the flights did not form part of any military exercise or operation.