Defence Forces Properties

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 October 2012

Tuesday, 9 October 2012

Ceisteanna (488)

Robert Dowds

Ceist:

488. Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Defence his plans regarding Casement Aerodrome, Dublin; if he has any intention of decommissioning the aerodrome; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43318/12]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Defence

Casement Aerodrome Baldonnel is the principal base of the Irish Air Corps and continues to be the centre of military aviation in Ireland. There are no plans to alter the status of the Aerodrome.