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Furthermore, such complex operations normally require two helicopters, one to provide sniper cover and to take part in rescue operations if necessary if the lead helicopter fails.There were also failings involving the CASA 235 maritime surveillance aircraft – which is due to be retired this year – which was sent to monitor the operation.
Mr Berry said: “We do have six of those helicopters but five were unavailable and only one was serviceable and that was the one, the medical helicopter in Athlone.”
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