Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 February 2025
128. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence if the LÉ Aoibhinn has reached full operational capability; the number of crew required for her deployment; whether that complement of personnel is in place; and the range of duties that she will carry out during 2025. [3430/25]
Amharc ar fhreagra129. Deputy Conor D. McGuinness asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence when the LÉ Gobnait will reach full operational capability; the number of crew required for her deployment; whether that complement of personnel is in place; and the range of duties that she will carry out during 2025. [3431/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 128 and 129 together.
The LE Aoibhinn, a Naval Service P70 Class Inshore Patrol Vessels, has a minimum crew number for the P70 class of vessel is 24 personnel.
The LÉ Aoibhinn (P71) is fully crewed and continues to be regularly deployed on Maritime Defence and Security Operations (MDSO) within Irish territorial waters and the Irish Exclusive Economic Zone since her entry into service in July 2024, reaching full operational capability in November 2024.
