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CASA CN235-100MP Persuader
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Two CASA CN235-100MP Persuader Maritime Patrol Aircraft are in service with the Irish Air Corps. They entered service in December 1994 with 101 Squadron "Maritime Squadron", No. 1 Operations Wing, both unit badges are pictured below.

The main duty of the CASA is fisheries protection but they can be called upon to carry out top cover for SAR missions. They can also be used for transport missions and parachute drops.
 
Irish Air Corps Maritime Squadron Badge Irish Air Corps No.1 Operations Wing Badge
101 Sqn "Maritime Sqn" Badge No.1 Operations Wing Badge
 
CASA CN235-100MP Persuader

CASA CN235-100MP Persuader
 
Specifications
   
Aircraft Description Medium Maritime Patrol Aircraft
Engines 2 x General Electric CT7-9C turboprops
Max T/O Weight 15,800 Kg
Cruise Speed 220 Kts
Endurance 9 hrs
Service Ceiling 20,000 ft
Crew / Passenger No's 7 Crew + Room for 4 passengers in Crew rest area
Patrol Range Typical patrol is 7 hours in duration and covers approx. 1,400nm
Wing Span 25.81m
Height 8.117m
Length 21.4m
Entered Service December 1994
 
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