Ireland plans for radar capability in 2026
Ireland already operates C295s as maritime patrol aircraft but under boosted spending plans, which include an air surveillance radar capability, the force is receiving a transport variant this year. (Photo: Irish Air Corps)
Ireland’s primary radar capability is expected to begin being rolled out next year, according to the country’s Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris.
Speaking to Ireland’s national broadcaster RTE, Harris said: “Year on year, indeed month and month from next year, we’ll be in an enhanced position.”
Harris, addressing the Irish parliament earlier this year, said that a project team comprising senior civil and military personnel had begun work on a programme to develop further military radar capabilities.
“This includes military primary radar systems, ground-based air defence, and maritime and counter uncrewed aerial systems,” he said.
“These are
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