asked the Minister for Defence if, in view of the low level of pilot strength in the Air Corps, he will consider training enlisted men of the required educational standard as pilots.
Written Answers. - Air Corps Pilot Training.
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Limerick West): The question of training other ranks personnel as pilots is not under consideration.
Enlisted personnel who fulfil the required conditions may apply for cadet-ships in the Air Corps. One former airman is now serving as a pilot and two former Air Corps apprentices are currently undergoing pilot training.